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Coder – HIM, Full Time
BROADLAWNS HOSPITAL. Analyze inpatient, observation, and outpatient records to determine appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code assignments.
Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in ICD-10-CM, CPT, DRG, APG, and APC coding and assignment, with a strong ability to analyze medical records and ensure accurate coding. Proficient in using computerized coding software and collaborating effectively with healthcare professionals.
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ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingDRG AssignmentRHIA CertificationMeditech Proficiency
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Hard Skills
ICD-10-CM CodingCPT CodingDRG AssignmentAPG AssignmentAPC AssignmentMedical Record ReviewCoding AccuracyData CollectionAbstracting SoftwareHCPCS Coding
Soft Skills
Professional CommunicationTactful InteractionCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Computerized Coding SoftwareMeditech
Certifications & Qualifications
RHIARHITCCSCCACPC
Industry Keywords
Health Information ManagementPerformance ImprovementUtilization ManagementInfection ControlRisk Management
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Analyze inpatient, observation, and outpatient records to determine appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT code assignments.
- Assign DRG, ambulatory patient groups (APG), and ambulatory patient classifications (APC) to appropriate patient cases.
- Review medical records to ascertain all diagnoses and procedures.
- Use computerized coding/abstracting software to determine appropriate sequencing and optimal DRG, APG, and APC assignments.
- Validate codes and DRG assignments after discharge.
- Apprise the supervisor of problems regarding Performance Improvement, Utilization Management, Infection Control, and Risk Management review activities.
- Communicate with physicians and other staff.
- Monitor encounter status for appropriate code assignment and work with Patient Financial Services to expedite final billing.
- Participate in continuing education related to ICD-10-CM, CPT, DRG, APG, and APC assignment.
- Assist in cross-training MIM Department staff for concurrent and outpatient review processes.
- Act as a liaison and resource to medical, social services, nursing, and ancillary staff.
- Retrieve data for monitoring and evaluation studies and assist with data collection for external agencies.
- Accurately complete required abstract fields and meet productivity and coding accuracy standards.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Two year degree in health information management or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Accreditation as a RHIA or RHIT or certification as a CCS, CCA, CPC or equivalent.
- Professional certification by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) as a CCS preferred.
- Professional certification by the American Association of Professional Codes (AAPC) as a CPC preferred.
- One year of previous experience with ICD-10-CM and or HCPCS/CPT coding preferred.
- Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, DRG, APG, and APC coding and assignment.
- Ability to use computerized coding/abstracting software and Meditech.
- Ability to accurately review medical records and assign diagnoses and procedure codes.
- Ability to communicate professionally and tactfully with physicians and staff.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Retirement - IPERS
- Education Assistance
- Employee Health & Wellness
- PTO
- Free Parking
- Health Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Supportive work culture