Inpatient Coding Specialist (Remote)
%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22color:red;%22%3E%245,000 sign on bonus for experienced Coder%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EA Brief Overview%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EResponsible for accurately and timely coding of inpatient medical records following established coding, CMS regulations and hospital guidelines. Accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information following coding guidelines and regulations information including, facility specific guidelines and federal regulations.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhat You Will Do%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EReviews low to moderate complex medical records to assign diagnostic ICD-10-CM and or ICD-10-PCS codes according to established coding, CMS, and hospital guidelines (95%)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECoding Technical Skills- ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, MS-DRG%27s, APR DRGs, ROM, SOI, and POA assignment.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EUnderstanding of CC%27s, MCC%27s, HCC%27s, impact on quality reporting, HAC%27s and PSI%27s%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMaintains productivity and quality rate according to established standards.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWorks within UH billing time frames.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMaintains coding knowledge and skills via written coding resources, clinical information and educational webinars. Maintains knowledge of guidelines and regulations affecting the UHHS Coding Department. Maintains up to date credentials.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAbides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAbstracts selected data items and enters in 3M encoder/Epic software with accuracy and attention to detail.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFollows facility query policy and CDI reconciliation process.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EUtilizes critical thinking/problem solving processes.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECollaborates with and supports the Clinical Documentation Integrity Team.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrates effective time management skills by completing assignments within time constraints and calendar schedule.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EAdditional Responsibilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EParticipates in educational and informational activities.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EComplies with all policies and standards.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFor specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMust abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E %3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EAssociate%27s Degree preferably in HIM (Required)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EBachelor%27s Degree (Preferred)%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWork Experience%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E1+ years Of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding experience (Preferred)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E2 years of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding experience (Required for a Coding Specialist II)%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EKnowledge, Skills, %26amp; Abilities%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EMedical terminology, anatomy/physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology knowledge. (Required proficiency)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDetail-oriented and organized, have excellent time-management skills, and have good analytical and problem solving ability. (Required proficiency)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ENotable client service, communication, presentation and relationship building skills. (Required proficiency)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAbility to function independently and as a team player in a fast-paced, demanding work environment. (Required proficiency)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMust have strong written and verbal communication skills. (Required proficiency)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDemonstrated ability to use PCs, Microsoft Office suite, and general office equipment (i.e. printers, copy machine, FAX machine, etc.). Must be able to proficiently work within with multiple systems. (Required proficiency)%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3ECertified Professional Coder (CPC) (Required Upon Hire) or%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECertified Coding Specialist (CCS) (Required Upon Hire) or%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERegistered Health Information Technologist (RHIT) (Required Upon Hire) or%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERegistered Health Information Administration (RHIA) (Required Upon Hire) or%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECertified Inpatient Coder (CIC) (Required Upon Hire)%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPhysical Demands%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EStanding Occasionally%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWalking Occasionally%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESitting Constantly%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ELifting Rarely up to 20 lbs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECarrying Rarely up to 20 lbs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPushing Rarely up to 20 lbs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPulling Rarely up to 20 lbs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EClimbing Rarely up to 20 lbs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EBalancing Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EStooping Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EKneeling Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECrouching Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECrawling Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EReaching Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EHandling Occasionally%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EGrasping Occasionally%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EFeeling Rarely%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETalking Constantly%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EHearing Constantly%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERepetitive Motions Frequently%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EEye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ETravel Requirements%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E10%%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E Apply To This Job