Job Description

Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Director CDI/Coding or designee, the Medical Records Coder I will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS.
Core Job Responsibilities
Assign the appropriate DRG based on an analysis of the patient file and medical necessity
Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer
Resolve diagnosis/procedure inconsistencies, concerns, and establish proper coding in collaboration with providers
Initiate and follow up on queries with providers
Abstract data elements and compile data for statistical reports
Provide education based on recognized trends, including physician documentation
Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding
Respond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denials
Review and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures
Mentor new staff
Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Requirements
REQUIRED:
AS in Health Information Management, a related degree or equivalent experience
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification
Knowledge of EMR, Coding software, and Microsoft Office
Knowledge/understanding of Patient Safety Indicators (PSI), present on admission reporting requirements, and Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC) and impact on quality and reimbursement
Knowledge/understanding of SOI/ROM methodology
Good Oral and Written Communication
PREFERRED:
BS in Health Information Management
Knowledge of Epic, 3M encoder, CDI Collaborate and Microsoft Office
2 years of hospital coding experience
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification or the ability to obtain
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor
Job Details
Req Id 94951
Department CODING
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 7.50
FTE 0.94
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION-8 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $23 - $35/Hourly

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work,

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