Employee is responsible for thoroughly analyzing medical records, extracting, validating, and coding diagnoses and procedures according to regulatory guidelines. They confer with providers as needed to obtain correct reimbursement timely for all encounters.
Remote coding opportunity is available once training is complete and productivity standards are met and maintained.
Key responsibilities:
- Assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes, including necessary modifiers, adhering to coding principles, standards, departmental guidelines, and compliance with regulatory agencies.
- Communicate with Patient Accounts for clarification of coding or billing issues.
- Stay knowledgeable on Coding Guidelines, CPT Assistant guidelines, and coding/regulatory changes through literature, trade journals, and conferences/workshops.
- Accurately code a minimum of 8-10 accounts per hour while maintaining an error threshold of 95%.
- Review charts for deficiencies and query physicians as needed.
- Promote and demonstrate commitment to the mission of Morrison Community Hospital.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Tech (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), or graduate of Health Information Management Administration/Technician or AHIMA Coding Basics Program.
- At least 1 year of coding experience.
- Detail-oriented with ability to analyze, interpret, and extract detailed clinical data for extended periods.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with physicians and staff at various organizational levels.
- Ability to use independent judgment applying coding guidelines.
- Competence in using personal computers and email.
- Must pass a prerequisite coding exam covering ICD10 and CPT coding.
Location
Illinois, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
1 month ago