HIM Coder II, Certified, Remote

Amberwell Health • Atchison, KS

2d • Remote

About The Position

The HIM Coder II is a key member of the HIM team, working under the direction of the Manager of Coding. This position will review documentation in the electronic medical record and assign and sequence ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes, in accordance with the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and in compliance with ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines and other regulatory requirements. The primary focus of the role is the coding of all inpatients, observation, and surgical accounts. Inpatients will use Diagnosis Related Groups (DRG) methodologies, including present on admission indicators, analyzing the medical record documentation for complications and comorbidities. The HIM Coder II will perform physician queries, clarify documentation and complete charge verification, understanding how to apply appropriate CPT, HCPCS, and modifier codes for outpatient claims. Proficiently understands and works edits and denials through the claim’s scrubber queues.

Requirements

• Minimum Required Experience: One year of inpatient and surgery coding experience
• Minimum Required Education: High school diploma and graduate of a Medical Coding Program
• Minimum Required: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

Nice To Haves

• Two years of progressive inpatient facility coding experience
• One year of orthopedic surgery coding experience
• Graduate of a Health Information Technology program
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

Responsibilities

• Assign and sequence ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes.
• Analyze medical record documentation for complications and comorbidities.
• Perform physician queries and clarify documentation.
• Complete charge verification.
• Apply appropriate CPT, HCPCS, and modifier codes for outpatient claims.
• Work edits and denials through the claim’s scrubber queues.
• Work as a member of a team and also independently.
• Understand and follow safe work practices.
• Ensure that all Amberwell procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.

What This Job Offers

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