Responsible for the review and coding of inpatient and/or ambulatory surgery records utilizing ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS or CPT coding guidelines and conventions for establishing diagnoses and procedures. The coded data is used for reimbursement, clinical care assessment, education, research, case mix, and healthcare statistical reporting.
Responsibilities include reviewing, analyzing, and coding inpatient and/or ambulatory (outpatient) surgery records using all current coding guidelines and conventions; querying physicians for documentation clarification; participating in documentation improvement with coding management; meeting or exceeding coding productivity standards; ensuring compliance with CMS and other regulatory guidelines; engaging in continuing education to maintain certifications; mentoring junior coding staff; and other related duties.
Qualifications: Coding certificate such as CCA; CCS (inpatient) or CCS-P (outpatient) certification preferred; minimum of 2 years inpatient/outpatient coding experience in an acute tertiary care hospital; proficiency in automated coding and DRG/AOC grouping software.
The position is part of Mount Sinai Health System, a leading academic medical system in New York metro area, dedicated to excellence in patient care, research, education, and inclusive workplace culture.
- Coding certificate, CCA required
- CCS (inpatient) or CCS-P (outpatient) certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years inpatient/outpatient coding experience in acute tertiary care hospital
- Proficiency in automated coding and DRG/AOC grouping software
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential by AAPC preferred
Location
New York, New York, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
9 months ago