Inpatient Coder II

St. Francis Medical Center

1d • $19 • Remote

About The Position

The Coder is responsible for assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to patient charts using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS or any other designated coding classification system in accordance with coding rules and regulations. The coder will abstract required clinical information. This position requires a thorough knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, pharmacology, Medicare's Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS), Official Coding Guidelines for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes, and documentation requirements for correct and accurate coding. It is the coder's responsibility to submit physician queries when clarification of documentation is needed. Coders must also be able to collaborate with others in the organization including the CDI team, Medical Staff, and other clinicians to ensure the record accurately documents the services provided. Coder will be asked to attend Performance improvement meetings and physician documentation education meetings when needed. A Level II coder will primarily code high dollar inpatient accounts and will also be asked to preliminary code accounts for CDI staff to help catch PSIs and HACs. Level II coders must be able to offer guidance and assistance to level I coders, and must have the skills to handle complex inpatient cases. Coder must meet production standards as specified in inpatient coding procedures after orientation period. Remote coding opportunity when production standards are met.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• At least one certification is required. Accepted certifications include: CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) certification through AAPC CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) certification through AHIMA RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) certification through AHIMA will be considered with at least 5 years of Hospital coding experience
• Minimum of 5 years inpatient or outpatient coding experience in facility setting
• Demonstrated ability to maintain high quality standards as specified or greater
• Must maintain specified productions standards
• Proficient in utilizing technology (computer, VPN, MS Office, coding software) to perform responsibilities
• Proficient in accessing and understanding local and national coverage determinations (LCDs/NCDs)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have ICD-10 coding experience and have completed an ICD-10 course
• Strong time management skills to balance coding responsibilities
• Experience in EPIC EMR is required
• Reliable Internet provider required (if working remotely)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with highly complex cases, orthopedic, and cardiology preferred
• Experience in OPTUM computer assisted coding software is preferred

Responsibilities

• Assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to patient charts using ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS or any other designated coding classification system in accordance with coding rules and regulations.
• Abstracting required clinical information.
• Submitting physician queries when clarification of documentation is needed.
• Collaborating with others in the organization including the CDI team, Medical Staff, and other clinicians to ensure the record accurately documents the services provided.
• Attending Performance improvement meetings and physician documentation education meetings when needed.
• Preliminary code accounts for CDI staff to help catch PSIs and HACs.
• Offer guidance and assistance to level I coders.
• Handle complex inpatient cases.
• Meet production standards as specified in inpatient coding procedures after orientation period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees