Experienced Inpatient Medical Record Coder

SBHU•Commack, NY

38d•Remote

About The Position

At Stony Brook Medicine, the Coder will be responsible for selecting and assigning accurate codes from the current version of coding systems including ICD-10 CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT and HCPCS codes. Duties of a Coder may include the following, but are not limited to: Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications, Citrix and Adobe Reader in using required computer systems with minimal assistance. Reviews the medical record and all applicable documentation to determine the appropriate codes to assign for the services and diagnoses. Utilizes coding resources along with any other applicable reference material available to ensure accuracy in coding for all of the assigned services. Follows all HIPAA regulations and upholds a higher standard around privacy requirements. Demonstrates the technical competence to use the facility encoder as it interfaces with the hospital mainframe and/or EMR in a remote setting. Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications in using required computer systems with minimal assistance. Maintains a working knowledge of various laws, regulations and industry guidance that impact compliant coding. Must meet all coder productivity and quality goals. Ensures the confidentiality of data contained in the medical records as outlined in institutional policies and procedures. Supports and promotes the HIM department by participating in special projects. Assigns and sequences ICD-10CM-PCS diagnostic and procedural codes for designated service lines. Working knowledge of MS-DRG and NYS APR DRG grouping logic to accurately reflect the diagnosis, procedures documented in the medical record. Documentation assessment and review for accurate abstracting of clinical data to meet regulatory and compliance requirements. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree, at least 5 years of facility inpatient coding experience and CCS certification OR, in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of facility inpatient coding experience and CCS certification OR at least 10 years of facility inpatient coding experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications, Citrix and Adobe Reader.
Proficiency in using required computer systems with minimal assistance.
Technical competence to use the facility encoder as it interfaces with the hospital mainframe and/or EMR in a remote setting.
Working knowledge of various laws, regulations and industry guidance that impact compliant coding.
Must meet all coder productivity and quality goals.
Ensures the confidentiality of data contained in the medical records as outlined in institutional policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of MS-DRG and NYS APR DRG grouping logic.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a non-clinical Healthcare related field such as HIM, Health Sciences, Health Informatics or related field.
10 or more years facility inpatient coding experience.
Experience coding facility inpatient encounters for an academic medical center.

Responsibilities

Selects and assigns accurate codes from current versions of coding systems including ICD-10 CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT and HCPCS codes.
Reviews medical records and applicable documentation to determine appropriate codes for services and diagnoses.
Utilizes coding resources and reference materials to ensure accuracy in coding.
Follows HIPAA regulations and upholds privacy requirements.
Uses the facility encoder as it interfaces with the hospital mainframe and/or EMR in a remote setting.
Maintains a working knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry guidance impacting compliant coding.
Meets all coder productivity and quality goals.
Ensures the confidentiality of data in medical records.
Supports and promotes the HIM department by participating in special projects.
Assigns and sequences ICD-10CM-PCS diagnostic and procedural codes for designated service lines.
Applies working knowledge of MS-DRG and NYS APR DRG grouping logic.
Performs documentation assessment and review for accurate abstracting of clinical data.
Performs other duties as assigned.