Inpatient Coder

Description

Position at Western CT Health Network Inc

$5,000 sign on bonus included

Summary:

Appropriately analyzes and codes complex inpatient records for facility. Position requires high-level expertise in coding and documentation guidelines, coding clinics, and knowledge of MS DRGs, CC/MCC for appropriate reimbursement and compliance.

Responsibilities:

Performs ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10 PCS procedural coding to maintain an accurate database & ensure accurate coding at minimum accuracy rate of 95%. ' Competent in the utilization of an electronic medical record, and computerized coding/abstracting systems. ' Applies knowledge of diagnosis related group assignment, official Coding guidelines, comorbidity/complication coding, Hospital acquired conditions, accurate present on admission assignment, and current American Hospital Association coding clinic guidance. ' Effectively and professionally communicates with providers to clarify documentation in order to assign accurate diagnoses and procedures in order to calculate the appropriate diagnosis related group and severity of illness/risk of mortality. ' Ability to code using either 3M encoder or ICD-10-CM/ICD10 PCS codebook. ' Mentors and trains junior coders. ' Performs audits as assigned by the coding manager. ' Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the impact of coding decisions on revenue cycle, including the ability to assist in appealing payer denials. ' Responds to all business office questions regarding diagnoses and procedures in a timely manner. ' May assist as needed in other coding areas. ' Attends and participates in required hospital education programs in order to maintain and enhance their coding skills and stay abreast of changes in codes, coding guidelines and regulations. ' Maintains certified coding credentials in accordance with the certified coding requirements and demonstrates annual compliance. ' Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. ' Performs other duties as assigned.

Other Information:

Essential: * Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA), or Certified Inpatient Coder (AAPC) Required: Specialized training in medical terminology, ICD-10-CM/ICD-10 PCS coding. Ability to decipher operative reports, medication orders & various medical records in the appropriate selection of codes. Experience in acute care coding inpatient records. Minimum Experience: Five years demonstrated coding experience in appropriate application of coding and documentation guidelines Desired: Course work in Anatomy and Physiology and knowledge of CPT codes. Education Derived Education Essential: * HS Graduate or Equivalent

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Western CT Health Network Inc

Org Unit: 265

Department: Coders

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $31.25 - $58.05 Hourly

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