Responsible for accurate, timely facility inpatient coding and data validation across a broad range of specialties. Reviews medical records for complete documentation, assigns and sequences ICD-10-CM/PCS and related codes, and queries providers for clarification using VA tools.
- Facility inpatient coding for ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRGs, and HCPCS
- Review complete medical records for principal diagnosis/procedures, complications/co-morbidities, and documentation adequacy
- Ensure coding supports accurate billing and clinical/statistical reporting
- Query clinicians for documentation clarification using VIRR and close queries timely
- Maintain 100% data validation for assigned encounters
- Collaborate with claims/billing staff on documentation and coding/billing issues
- Support audits, corrective actions, and training efforts
- Remote schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm CT
Requirements & Qualifications
- Active certification: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, and/or CPC (must be maintained throughout the contract)
- 3+ years of continuous coding experience in a comparable or larger facility setting
- Proficiency with ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, DRGs, HCPCS, and facility coding workflows
- U.S. citizen with proficiency in written and spoken English
- Ability to work within VA systems such as VistA/CPRS and VIRR
- Compliance with HIPAA and VA directives
Location
Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
8 months ago
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