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How much do hospital attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital attorney in the United States is $98,330.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hospital Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, state bar admission, and expertise in healthcare law, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Familiarity with legal research databases such as Westlaw or LexisNexis, and experience with hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and contract review are essential. Outstanding analytical thinking, negotiation skills, and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal staff make someone stand out in this position. These skills ensure hospitals remain compliant, mitigate legal risks, and maintain ethical, effective patient care operations.

What is the difference between Hospital Attorney vs Medical Malpractice Lawyer?

AspectHospital Attorney
CredentialsJurisdiction-specific law degree, bar admission, healthcare law knowledge
Work EnvironmentHospitals, healthcare institutions, legal departments
EmployerHospitals, healthcare systems, legal teams within medical facilities
Common Search IntentLegal issues related to hospital policies, compliance, medical staff disputes

While both roles involve legal expertise in healthcare, a Hospital Attorney primarily focuses on legal matters within hospitals, such as compliance and internal policies. A Medical Malpractice Lawyer, on the other hand, specializes in representing patients or healthcare providers in malpractice lawsuits. The Hospital Attorney's work is centered on hospital operations, whereas the Medical Malpractice Lawyer deals with litigation related to medical errors outside the hospital setting.

How does a hospital attorney typically collaborate with medical staff and hospital administration?

Hospital attorneys work closely with both medical staff and hospital administration to ensure legal compliance in all aspects of hospital operations. They regularly provide guidance on patient privacy laws, risk management, and informed consent, and often participate in meetings or committees related to policy development. A key part of their role involves translating complex legal concepts into practical advice for healthcare professionals to follow, facilitating communication between legal, clinical, and administrative teams. This collaborative environment not only helps prevent legal issues but also supports the hospital's mission of delivering quality care.

What are hospital attorneys?

Hospital attorneys are legal professionals who specialize in providing legal advice and representation to hospitals and healthcare organizations. They handle a wide range of issues, including regulatory compliance, patient privacy laws, contract negotiations, risk management, and malpractice claims. Their role is to ensure that hospitals operate within the law, minimize legal risks, and address any legal disputes that arise. Hospital attorneys may work directly for a hospital or as part of a law firm specializing in healthcare law.
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HIM Release of Information Rep III

HIM Release of Information Rep III

University of Rochester

Remote

$19.15 - $25.85/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

University Of Rochester rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 185 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

123rd of 611 rated colleges and universities

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
2619 W Henrietta Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
900170 Health Info Mgmt-DataIntegrity
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCA 204 H
Compensation Range:
$19.15 - $25.85
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
Coordinates the release of protected health information (PHI) from multiple storage media, including electronic records, while utilizing various software to process medical record requests. Reviews requests and authorizations to release PHI, as well as medical record documentation, to ensure completion and accuracy as well as compliance with State and Federal guidelines prior to release. Collaborates with internal and external parties in person, verbally and in writing to meet/exceed customer needs and/or organizational requirements/goals.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Analyzes authorization for medical information/PHI to evaluate for HIPAA compliance prior to processing. Determines if the authorization contains all of the elements required under HIPAA federal regulations. Requires exercising judgment for several of these requirements as the wording may be subjective and still be acceptable under HIPAA. Analyzes authorization carefully to ensure it completely follows the true intent of HIPAA, including determining the authorization is compliant for behavioral health and highly restricted information for chemical dependency and methadone maintenance records. Processes all requests efficiently to ensure completion of records request within allotted timeframe.
  • Validates and coordinates the release of protected health information (PHI) from various Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), including paper charts and microfiche, while utilizing ROI specific software to process medical records requests. Ensures only records from requested affiliate, office, provider, specialty, date of service, and/or hospital entity are released per policy. Ensures completion and accuracy, as well as compliance with State and Federal guidelines, prior to release. Analyzes PHI to determine if there are restricted records contained anywhere within the chart. If restricted records are found, analyzes the authorization to ensure the verbiage allows for the release of restricted records. Redacts restrictive information where required, either manually or using specialized software. Reviews redacted records to ensure accuracy prior to release to further protect PHI/patient.
  • Answers, analyzes and resolves questions from patients, payers, attorneys, regulatory agencies, auditors, healthcare facilities and 3rd party requesters. Communicates the specific laws or regulations of why something is required or unable to be released while maintaining confidentiality to customer. Using knowledge of the laws and regulations, determines the best solution to provide customer the requested records. Takes initiative to find creative or alternative ways to help the customer, while still following all Federal and State laws and regulations. Collaborates with internal and external parties verbally, in writing or in person to accomplish established departmental goals.
  • Researches and analyzes record to determine if there is a relationship shown when a patient representative or proxy is requesting records. Exercises professionalism, sensitivity and good judgement when there are no legal documents to prove relationships. Uses comprehensive knowledge of the laws and regulations to ensure appropriate guidelines are followed to protect patients' right to privacy.
  • Analyzes and validates all subpoenas and hospital attorney requests received for HIPAA compliance. Researches and validates to ensure all records requested are present and prepared for certification.
  • Uses extensive knowledge of hospital policy and procedures and Federal and State laws and regulations to advise and direct other departments on the process of requests for PHI. Uses clear language to help internal and external customers understand the specific laws and/or regulations or policies and procedures that pertain to the release of PHI. Coordinates, prepares and documents denial of access to medical records following established policy.
  • Researches and facilitates all patient amendment requests for corrections to legal medical record. Collaborates with internal parties by telephone and in writing to ensure timely and accurate processing of these requests and regulations are met. Coordinates, prepares and documents denial responses.
  • Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Associate's degree in Health Information Technology and 2 years of relevant experience required
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Ability and temperament to work with minimal to no supervision and to exercise independent judgement in problem solving with organizing multiple tasks/projects, and setting priorities effectively required
  • Ability to communicate effectively and negotiate with all levels of organization, leadership staff, physicians, attorneys, paralegals, patients, family members and/or other internal or external customers required
  • Proficiency in computer usage including Microsoft Office Programs, file saving, PDF file manipulation, importing and exporting of electronic files, excellent data entry skills and navigation of electronic medical record systems and software preferred
  • Knowledge of release of information and medical record documentation preferred related to HIPAA preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Registered Health Information Technologist with Associates preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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