Responsible for accurate inpatient and outpatient coding, timeliness of coding, and utilization of systems used to perform coding functions.
Reports To: HIM Director
Assigning accurate CPT, ICD, HCPCS codes and modifiers from medical record documentation. Identifying and abstracting information from medical records for audits, internal and external. Work closely with the supervisor during audit procedures. Retrieves Charts. Abstracts accurately. Reviews the unbilled on a daily basis to identify pending accounts. Follows release of Information policies and procedures for H.I.M. Department and routes incoming calls/messages to the correct personnel. Scan coding summaries daily. File completed medical records after coding summaries are placed on charts. Forwards Business Office requests to the HIM Director for appropriate routing. Notifies Director immediately of any potential problems involving coding, charges, equipment failures or other issues that could impact productivity. Participates in cross-training as needed. Comply with facility Standards of Behavior and complete all required education assignments within the designated timeline.
The physical demands include sitting, conversing, listening, using hands, reaching, close vision, lifting over 20 pounds, pushing/pulling over 25 pounds, standing/walking at least two hours per day.
Minimum 2 years of coding experience. Coding credentials preferred. Ability to perform medical coding using CPT, ICD, HCPCS codes and modifiers. Ability to abstract information from medical records accurately. Office environment work capability. Physical ability to lift and carry over 20 pounds regularly and push/pull over 25 pounds.
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Location
Louisiana, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago