Medical Records Coder - Martinez, United States - County of Contra Costa, California

County of Contra Costa, California
County of Contra Costa, California
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Martinez, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

The Position:


The Board of Supervisors have authorized the following future salary increases:

5% on July 1, 2024

5% on July 1, 2025

Why Join Contra Costa County?

The Contra Costa Health Department is offering an excellent career opportunity for qualified individuals interested in the Medical Records Coder position.

There is currently one (1) vacancy in Contra Costa Health Plan' s (CCHP) Claims Unit located in Martinez, CA, and one (1) vacancy in the Medical Records Unit located at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in Martinez, CA.

Under general direction, Medical Records Coders performs complex and varied medical records work, organizes, and evaluates medical records for completeness and accuracy and performs related work as required.


Contra Costa Health Plan (CCHP) provides managed care health insurance with its safety net community and county provider partners at an affordable price for diverse populations. They offer patient-centered medical homes to assure coordinated, comprehensive, compassionate, and quality care.

We are looking for someone who is:


  • Detail Oriented. You will be responsible for accurately coding and abstracting sensitive information
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A strong communicator. You must communicate effectively verbally and in writing
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A team player. You will be expected to work both independently and as part of a team
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Dependable. You will be responsible for day-to-day assignments, staying updated about all regulation changes, and participating in on-going training


What you will typically be responsible for:

  • Assigning ICD diagnostic and procedure codes
  • Assigning CPT and HCPCS codes with appropriate modifiers
  • Identifying and coding the Provider(s) who ordered or provided services
  • Abstracting other data as required by OSHPD
  • Abstracting charting deficiencies on closed medical records
  • Medical claim auditing

A few reasons you might love this job:

  • You will be a part of a strong and supportive leadership team
  • You will have room to grow with possible advancement opportunities
  • Your work will directly benefit revenue to allow more services and programs for our community
  • Excellent employee benefits and retirement

A few challenges you might face in this job:

  • Constant changes in rules and regulations may be challenging
  • Approval processes may slow down the workflow
  • Problemsolving issues may be overwhelming

Competencies Required:

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Critical Thinking:Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
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Reading Comprehension:Understanding and using written information
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Adaptability:Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
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Attention to Detail:Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products
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Displaying Ownership and Accountability:Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
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Handling Stress:Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
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Professional Integrity & Ethics:Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
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Self-Management:Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability
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Oral Communication:Engaging effectively in dialogue
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Customer Focus:Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
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Interpersonal Savvy:Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations


Minimum Qualifications:


Certification Required:

Possess and maintain a valid Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician based (CCS-P) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).


OR

Certification Required:
Possess and maintain a valid Certified Coding Associate (CCA) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder-Associate (CPC-A),
or Certified Professional Coder-Hospital

  • Associate (CPC-HA) or Certified Professional Coder-Payer
  • Associate (CPC-PA), or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) certification issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders.

OR

Certification Required:

Possess and maintain a valid certification: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or Certified Outpatient Coder-Hospital (COC), or Certified Professional Coder-Payer (CPC-P) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders.


OR

Certification Required:
Possess and maintain a valid Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Tumor Registrar (CTR) Certification issued by the National Cancer Registrars Association (NCRA) AND six (6) months of experience (or its equivalent) abstracting and coding medical data in a hospital setting, medical office, outpatient clinic or managed ca
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