Med Records Coder IV, Complex
About The Position
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. This is a full-time position with a scheduled weekly hour of 40. The department is Health Info Mgmt-Coding and the work shift is UR - Day. The compensation range is $25.14 - $35.24 per hour. The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience as Medical Coder required
- Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC required
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree preferred
- American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accreditation examination for Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or (Registered Health Information Technician) RHIT or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Coder (CMC) from Practice Management Institute. preferred
Responsibilities
- Functions as an advanced coder in the abstraction and in-depth analysis of a variety of medical documentation and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies.
- Analyzes, enters and manipulates database.
- Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information.
- May check the work of lower level Medical Coding staff and/or have assignment of multi-specialty departmental coding.
- Uses advanced knowledge of coding, coding systems, and system logic to translate medical documentation in accordance with universally recognized coding guidelines.
- Reviews and resolves coding denials.
- Resolves problems with claims having errors related to improper coding and provides feedback for correction and follow-up.
- Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy.
- May check the work of independent charge entry/coding staff.
- Responds to coding information requests from various sources.
- Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
