Certified Coder I

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Requirements

Coding inpatient records and ambulatory records in an acute care hospital environment.
2 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Health care related experience.
Strong attention to detail, ability to get along with others, and knowledge of computer applications- Microsoft Office applications etc.
High School Diploma or equivalent (G. E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses General Studies
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

4 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED 44990
knowledge of EPIC and 3M CRS coding software.
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management eligible to test for RHIT or RHIA Associates
CCS, RHIT, or RHIA
knowledge of EPIC and 3M CRS coding software.

Responsibilities

Reviews inpatient and outpatient records to identify the appropriate principal diagnosis and procedures and applicable secondary diagnosis and procedures.
Meets established department accuracy standards for coding inpatient, AMS, professional fee and outpatient record.
Ensures any required coding changes or corrections from 2nd level reviews are completed timely and accurately.
Sequences ICD/CPT codes according to HSS, CMS, ICD-10, CPT assistant, and coding clinic guidelines.
Contact's providers compliantly utilizing the query process in order to clarify a diagnosis or obtain more specific documentation regarding patients’ treatment
Enters ICD-10 and CPT codes and updates patients’ information as needed into hospital financial system or computerized department abstracting system which can be used reliably for hospital reimbursement, research, education, and strategic planning.
Meets established department quality standards for coding inpatient, AMS, professional fee and outpatient record.
Maintains or obtains CPC or CCS certification within expected timeframe per established department guidelines.
Meets established department productivity for coding inpatient, AMS, professional fee and outpatient record.
Demonstrates willingness to perform tasks outside of routine job functions when needed.