Coder CCS - Clinical Documentation/Coding

Valley Children's Hospital

30d • $32 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for assigning ICD-9-CM diagnosis and procedure codes and CPT-4 procedure codes to inpatient and outpatient medical records utilizing the 3M encoding software application. Assigns both HCFA-DRG and APR-DRG's to inpatient medical records. Abstracts clinical, financial, trauma-related, and quality management information into the health system's information management system. Monitors accounts receivable, abstract rejection, claims rejection, and other associated billing reports. Performs inpatient hospital coding 70% or more of total coding output. About Us: With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children's Healthcare delivers high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children across Central California. Our 358-bed stand-alone children's hospital and network of specialty care centers and primary care practices offer advanced pediatric services - from cancer and blood disorders to heart care and neonatal intensive care, serving children with conditions ranging from routine to rare and complex. Beyond clinical care, Valley Children's is also a catalyst for community health - partnering with schools, nonprofits and public agencies to expand access, promote wellness and support the long-term success of children and families throughout the region.

Requirements

• Minimum one (1) year ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding classification systems, encoder products, MS-DRG and APR-DRG groupers, and AHA Coding Guidelines required
• Demonstrated skill in data entry and ability to calculate mathematical figures
• High School diploma as accredited by the US Department of Education or GED required.
• Successful completion of a formal training program in ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT coding classification systems, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology required
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required

Responsibilities

• Assigning ICD-9-CM diagnosis and procedure codes and CPT-4 procedure codes to inpatient and outpatient medical records utilizing the 3M encoding software application.
• Assigns both HCFA-DRG and APR-DRG's to inpatient medical records.
• Abstracts clinical, financial, trauma-related, and quality management information into the health system's information management system.
• Monitors accounts receivable, abstract rejection, claims rejection, and other associated billing reports.
• Performs inpatient hospital coding 70% or more of total coding output.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees