Job Description

Department: Hospital Coding Service


Shift: Day


Working Hours: flexible


Summary:


Ability to code inpatient hospital accounts with extensive knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy and physiology, ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and APR DRGs. Must be able to assess when an appropriate query should be written. Assists with developing strategic plans in line with health system goals as well as revenue cycle goals; capitalize on opportunities and manage associated coding and coding outcome risks. Assists with helping to set priorities as appropriate; takes initiatives based on knowledge, priorities and goals. Ability to perform basic math and statistical calculations.


Other information:


Minimum of 5 years of progressive coding experience in a hospital setting. CCS, RHIT, or RHIA required. Knowledge of documentation regulations and/or requirements as they relate to ICD-10-CM/ PCS and DRG Coding Regulatory Requirements. Detailed knowledge of revenue cycle functions and relational metrics. Previous experience with 3M 360 and EPIC is strongly desired. Must understand assignment of SOI/ROM analysis, DRG assessment and working with CDI. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form with the coding staff, CDI, and other departments within the hospital.




Detailed Responsibilities:


Consistently meets overall quality guidelines of 95 %


Consistently meets productivity requirements




Skills: experience using EMR, encoder, and ability to work remotely.




Education: High school diploma/GED and credential from AHIMA accredited institution.




Credentials: must hold an up to date CCS, RHIT, or RHIA credential




Working Conditions: job is remote





This job will be authorized 80.00 hours bi-weekly.