Inpatient Coding Specialist I - Medical Records - Mount Sinai Hospital - FT Days 8AM-4PM (Remote)

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

22h • Remote

About The Position

Responsible for reviewing and coding inpatient and/or ambulatory surgery records using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS or CPT coding guidelines and conventions to establish diagnoses and procedures. The resulting coded data supports reimbursement, clinical care assessment, education, research, case mix, and health care statistical reporting.

This position is remote and is listed as full-time, day shift, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM. The role is based in Medical Records at Mount Sinai Hospital.

Requirements

• Coding certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years of inpatient/outpatient coding experience in an acute tertiary care hospital.
• Proficiency in the use of automated coding and DRG/AOC grouping software.

Nice To Haves

• CCA, CCS (inpatient), or CCS-P (outpatient) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, analyze, and code inpatient and/or ambulatory surgery records using prevailing coding guidelines and conventions to establish diagnoses and procedures.
• Query physicians for clarification of documentation when required.
• Participate in the documentation improvement process in conjunction with Coding management and leadership.
• Consistently meet or exceed coding productivity standards in accordance with department policies.
• Ensure compliance with CMS and other regulatory guidelines.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities set forth by Coding leadership and acquire continuing education hours to maintain certifications.
• Promote and contribute to positive collaboration within HIM and serve as a mentor to junior coding staff.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

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