Records custodian vs records manager

Differences between records custodian and records manager duties and responsibilities

Records custodian example responsibilities.

• Manage transition from in-house transcription system to outsource transcription service.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance by researching changes in laws and formats.
• Gather patient records in response to subpoenas receive for client records.
• Retrieve requested patient information according to HIPPA guidelines through microfilm and HBOC system.
• Perform all duties as medical records clerk and prepare records for subpoenas and depositions.
• Copy and release all records to other facilities while following the policies of HIPPA.
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Records manager example responsibilities.

• Implement and manage projects with complex HL7 interfaces between multiple clinical systems including writing project plans.
• Establish compliant records training program to meet objectives in standards such as HIPAA, FOIA.
• Develop and execute recordkeeping and docketing system to track activities of multi-district class action litigation, and introduce records retention policies/procedures.
• Ensure record privacy, confidentiality, and HIPAA compliance.
• Maintain all student records in compliance with HIPPA and Medicaid.
• Ensure records are readily available for re-use, regulatory review, audit, and litigation.
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