Responsible for coding inpatient and outpatient medical records to support data quality, accurate reimbursement, severity of illness/risk of mortality assignment, research, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
Reviews complete medical records and assigns diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10, PCS, and CPT coding systems. Communicates with medical staff to clarify documentation when needed through the physician query process. Calculates facility E/M levels using designated software and performs charge posting for procedures.
This position is remote and works a standard full-time schedule on first shift.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education
- Associate of Applied Science in Health Information Technology (Medical Record Technology) required
- Bachelor of Science in Health Information Management or Medical Records Administration preferred
Credentials
- RHIT required within 6 months of hire or transfer for eligible AAS holders
- RHIA required within 6 months of hire or transfer for eligible BS holders in HIM/Medical Records Administration
- CCS preferred or required to be maintained for grandfathered employees, depending on credentials
- CPC required to be maintained for grandfathered employees, depending on credentials
Experience
- 1 year of coding experience with ICD-10, PCS, CPT coding, and DRG/APC assignment in an acute care facility preferred
- Prior experience with computerized encoding and grouping software preferred
- 6 months of experience showing ICD-10 continuing education credits required
- 1 year of Microsoft Windows/Office experience and strong computer proficiency required
Additional Requirements
- ICD-10 coding assessment required
Location
Buffalo, New York, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
3 weeks ago