Certified Inpatient Coder - Albany, United States - Phoebe Putney Health System

Description

Job Description

Description


JOB SUMMARY

Reviews medical record documentation and diagnostic results to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS and HCPCS codes for billing, internal and external reporting, and compliance with the Official Coding Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, payer regulations, and hospital policy.

Responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient, observation, and surgical outpatient medical records. Queries physicians to resolve incomplete or conflicting information to ensure compliant coding and billing practices. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by AHIMA

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs)
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.

WORKING CONDITIONS

General environment:
Works in a well-lighted, air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.
May be required to change from one task to another of different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be scheduled as needed including overtime

Qualifications


EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED and 4 years directly related experience (Required) OR 2 year / Associate Degree in Health Information Management or related medical degree

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2 years ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding in a hospital setting including inpatient medical records (Required)
2 years Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology (Required)
1 year Experience calculating MS-DRG, DRG, APC, and other payer reimbursement methodologies (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

Required Certifications/Licensures:
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) must be obtained within 1 year of hire

Preferred Certifications/Licensures:
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

GENERAL SKILLS
Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Customer Relations
Mathematical
Analytical
Grammar / Spelling
Read / Comprehend Written Instructions
Follow Verbal Instructions
Basic Computer Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors
Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Sitting - Continuously within shift %)
Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)
Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)