HB HIM Coding Specialist 3

St. Charles Health System • OR

73d • $27 - $40

About The Position

The Hospital Coding Specialist III at St. Charles Health System is responsible for coding/abstracting inpatient records. This position does not directly manage other caregivers, however, may be asked to review and provide feedback on the work of other caregivers. The Health Information Management Departments provide many services to our multi-hospital organization including prepping, scanning and indexing, physician deficiency analysis, release of information, medical record maintenance, facility and profee coding.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an AHIMA Accredited Health Information Technology program or certification in a self-study course from AHIMA or AAPC.
• Must possess a valid Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification or one or more of the following: RHIA, CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, COC, CPC-H.
• Three years of hospital coding experience.

Nice To Haves

• Inpatient coding experience.
• Familiarity with 3M encoder.
• Familiarity with CAC (computer assisted coding).
• Risk Adjustment Coding (microcredential) or AAPCs Certified Adjustment Coder (CRC).

Responsibilities

• Advanced skills in reading and interpreting documents contained in the medical record to identify and code all relevant ICD-10-CM diagnoses and ICD-10 PCS procedures.
• Utilizing an encoder program, and following National and SCHS coding guidelines, Coding Clinic, and other appropriate coding references and tools to ensure proper code assignment.
• Abstracts medical record information in compliance with CMS requirements and SCHS abstracting procedures.
• Uses available tools to check entries for accuracy.
• Selects principal diagnoses and procedures in accordance with coding and UHDDS standards, CMS requirements, and prospective payment systems.
• Ensures that correct MS DRG is assigned for proper hospital reimbursement.
• Ensures that APR DRG severity of illness and risk of mortality values are accurate for reporting purposes.
• Queries physicians for clarification when conflicting or ambiguous information is present.
• Accurately assigns discharge disposition code, paying particular attention to post-transfer program DRGs for proper hospital reimbursement.
• Plays an active role with the CDI (Clinical Documentation Improvement) team ensuring chart documentation meets the necessary requirements for accurate coding and reimbursement.
• Maintains productivity and quality standards.
• Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
• Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous Earned Time Off (ETO) program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED