Responsible for advanced coding of inpatient, observation, emergency room, and ambulatory surgery records. This role includes assignment of ICD-10-CM diagnosis and procedure codes, CPT-4 procedural codes, and abstraction of clinical information for hospital services.
Key duties include:
- Reviewing medical records to ensure specific and compliant code assignment
- Abstracting information from medical records using established methods and procedures
- Identifying problem documents and coordinating corrections with submitting departments
- Responding to coding edits during and after the coding process
- Entering charge information when appropriate
- Collaborating with clinical documentation integrity nurses and physicians to improve documentation accuracy, data capture, and reimbursement
- Using computer-assisted coding software and working across multiple patient types
- Performing other duties as assigned
Requirements & Qualifications
- Accredited coding program required, or equivalent education and experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the role
- Completion of a formal coding certificate or education program preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in inpatient acute care, hospital-based coding and abstracting for IPPS reimbursement, or ambulatory surgery coding
- Experience with ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems required
- Formal training or college coursework from an accredited medical coding school may be considered in lieu of experience
- Knowledge of acute care and critical access reimbursement requirements preferred
- One of the following credentials required: CPC-A, RHIA, RHIT, CCA, CCS, COC, CPC-H, or CIC
- Ability to work with multiple computer applications, including encoders, abstracting tools, groupers, EMR systems, Excel, and Word
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills
- Strong organization and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and in a remote environment
- 3M computer-assisted coding experience preferred
- Epic EMR experience preferred
Benefits & Perks
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions
- Paid time off
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buy-up options
- Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
- Wellness benefits
- Expanded EAP and mental health program
Location
Washington, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago
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