Coder II

Monument Health•Deadwood, SD

1d•$23 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

HIM Coder II is responsible for coding a variety of services. Those services can include hospital outpatient, surgical services, hospital and clinic professional services as well as procedures and any ancillary services. The coder will be responsible for accurately assigning ICD- 10 codes, CPT and HCPCS codes in accordance with Monument Health guidelines, Official coding guidelines and payor standards.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies

Nice To Haves

1+ years of Coding Experience
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice (CPC-A) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

Responsibilities

Review and abstract information in the medical record to accurately code for that episode of care.
Code hospital and professional services by accurately assigning ICD-10, CPT and HCPSCS codes for appropriate billing.
Apply knowledge of medical science, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and the official coding guidelines to select the correct codes.
Maintain an understanding and apply knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiatives (NCCI), Local and National Coverage Determinations (LCD, NCD’s), Medically unlikely edits (MUE’s) and Medicare guidelines.
Participate in coding education and training.
Provide ongoing feedback to physicians and staff regarding coding guidelines and requirements.
Query providers for missing documentation.
Resolve payor edits and denials and respond to other teams including, compliance, revenue integrity and billing.
Navigate and utilize encoder, grouper software and other coding resources.
Maintain coding productivity and accuracy standards.
Assist with patient audits. Obtains necessary information.
All other duties as assigned.