CRMG Coder II

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center • Cheyenne, WY

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the CRMG Coder II reviews medical record documentation to abstract demographic data and assign diagnoses, procedures, and modifiers for statistical classification and reimbursement purposes. The role performs coding assignments under the direction of Coding Management and uses software applications and electronic coding references to complete coding-related tasks.

The position interprets clinical information in medical records and assigns applicable ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, or DRGs and APCs, in accordance with established coding guidelines. It is expected to meet or exceed coding accuracy and productivity standards, provide feedback about documentation and coding, participate in departmental meetings and training, complete assigned coding instruction or research, and track productivity and daily activities using time-tracking software.

Cheyenne Regional describes itself as Wyoming’s largest hospital, employing more than 2,000 people and serving patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. The organization emphasizes patient and employee experience and the values of integrity, caring, compassion, respect, service, teamwork, and excellence.

Requirements

• Hold at least one current qualifying credential: CCA, CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CCS-P, CPC, COC, or CIC; for Radiation Oncology only, a current ROCC credential is accepted.
• Have three or more years of medical-related coding experience.
• Pass the pre-hire coding proficiency test with a minimum score of 70%.
• Have knowledge of coding and coding guidelines.
• Have strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and keyboarding skills.
• Have oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Have strong organizational skills.
• Be able to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Be able to handle a fast-paced environment.
• Be able to work well with team members and perform tasks in a manner that maintains unit cohesion.
• Be able to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socioeconomic populations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience reviewing medical record documentation.
• Coding and/or billing certification.

Responsibilities

• Interpret clinical information documented within medical records.
• Assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes, or DRGs and APCs, to patient medical records in accordance with established coding guidelines.
• Meet or exceed the current minimum coding accuracy rate expectation.
• Meet or exceed the minimum coding productivity standards for the type of coding performed.
• Provide feedback regarding documentation and coding.
• Participate in departmental coding and educational meetings and trainings.
• Complete coding-related web-based training or other assigned coding instruction or research.
• Maintain productivity and daily activities through time-tracking software.

Benefits

• Employer-sponsored medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 403(b) and 457(b) retirement options with a 4% employer match.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-sponsored wellness program.
• Employee assistance program.
• 21 PTO days per year, increasing with tenure.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Dedicated loan forgiveness advisory service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed