Outpatient Coder Level II (hybrid), full time, days

Holland Hospital•Holland, MI

2d•$21 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

CURRENT HOLLAND HOSPITAL EMPLOYEES- Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday employee account. Assigns ICD diagnosis and CPT procedure codes to assigned Outpatient work types. Employment Type: Full Time Weekly Scheduled Hours: Mon-Fri 7am-3:30pm Weekend Frequency: N/A Wage Range: $21.14-$31.70 Requirements: - High school diploma/GED, or higher education - Registered Health Info Tech (R-RHIT) required Preferred Requirements: -Registered Health Info Admin (R-RHIA) - Certified Coding Specialist (C-CCS) Coding Based on clinical documentation, computerized encoding, accepted coding classification principals, and reference material, efficiently and accurately assigns appropriate ICD diagnosis codes CPT procedure codes and modifiers on assigned chart types. Verifies accuracy of completed fields. Maintains credentials and ongoing education in order to apply current policies and principals for accurate coding. Assigns appropriate ICD codes. Assigns appropriate CPT codes. Assigns appropriate Modifiers on APC accounts. Searches chart documentation for appropriate code assignment. Consistently follows Official Coding guidelines, AHA Coding Clinics, and Internal Guidelines. Ensures medical necessity by reviewing labs, radiology, pathology and other diagnostic tests. Maintains credentials required for position. Responsible for ongoing education regarding coding changes, regulatory requirements, and other reference materials. Completes above in order to maintain a 95% accuracy rate. Chart Review Reviews chart documentation in a timely and efficient manner for appropriate code assignment, seeking to optimize APC assignment. Maintains at least a 95% average productivity standard. Maintains a monthly productivity average of 95% or above based on established standards for assigned work types. Utilizes time, policies, and procedures to efficiently meet productivity expectations. Addresses productivity concerns with Leadership. Collaboration and Process Improvement Adheres to daily work flow assignments, performs account follow-up, and follows system processes. Supports the goals of the coding work flow - optimizing both accuracy and productivity while reducing A/R. Works closely with the Coding Coordinator and coworkers to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements. Follows documented system processes and completes daily work assignments. Communicates opportunities and inefficiencies in a timely and professional manner to coworkers, coordinator, and other appropriate staff as necessary. Performs account follow-up in a timely manner; communicates with internal and external department staff as necessary to complete follow-up as quickly as possible. Utilizes notes in the coding systems to communicate with peers and Coordinators in an effective manner. Readily accepts and assists with implementation of process changes and system changes. Provides feedback to coordinator as appropriate. Leadership Support Supports Leadership in internal and external departments. Works with Coordinators to gain efficiencies, enhance compliance, and address areas of concern. Follows policies and procedures regarding workflow and communication with team. Actively participates in roundtables appropriately. Appropriately suggests topics for discussion. Participates in and leads educational opportunities as requested. Participates in special projects and willing to do research. Supports the Clinical Documentation Program by providing coordination of coding-related tasks including, but not limited to physician queries. Applies appropriate medical necessity review to all work types. Participates with internal and external audits. Works as expected with Medical Records Audit Coordinator on external audit accounts and denials. Brings areas of concern, suggestions and opportunities to the attention of Leadership. When working remotely, works within the guidelines of the At-Home Work Agreement. Maintains equipment and software in an appropriate and usable manner. Ensures a secure work environment that minimizes the risk of disclosing confidential patient information. Keeps equipment clean and in good working condition. Ensures a confidential work environment and applies all HIPAA expectations. Observes the At-Home Work Agreement and works within the guidelines and expectations set forth within it. Demonstrates independence, discipline, and good communication while working remotely. Works with the Holland Hospital I.T. department as needed regarding hardware/software issues and maintenance. Keeps coordinator up-to-date regarding system or connection issues. Holland Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy Why Holland Hospital? In a word—caring. Here, we not only strive to provide the best possible care to our patients, but also nurture the continued health and wellness of our most valuable asset: our employees. We believe superior service is only possible with a superior workforce. Our collaborative, can-do culture makes all things possible. And, our family-like feel makes Holland Hospital not only a great place to work, but a career that feels like home.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED, or higher education
Registered Health Info Tech (R-RHIT) required

Nice To Haves

Registered Health Info Admin (R-RHIA)
Certified Coding Specialist (C-CCS)

Responsibilities

Coding Based on clinical documentation, computerized encoding, accepted coding classification principals, and reference material, efficiently and accurately assigns appropriate ICD diagnosis codes CPT procedure codes and modifiers on assigned chart types.
Verifies accuracy of completed fields.
Maintains credentials and ongoing education in order to apply current policies and principals for accurate coding.
Assigns appropriate ICD codes.
Assigns appropriate CPT codes.
Assigns appropriate Modifiers on APC accounts.
Searches chart documentation for appropriate code assignment.
Consistently follows Official Coding guidelines, AHA Coding Clinics, and Internal Guidelines.
Ensures medical necessity by reviewing labs, radiology, pathology and other diagnostic tests.
Maintains credentials required for position.
Responsible for ongoing education regarding coding changes, regulatory requirements, and other reference materials.
Completes above in order to maintain a 95% accuracy rate.
Chart Review Reviews chart documentation in a timely and efficient manner for appropriate code assignment, seeking to optimize APC assignment.
Maintains at least a 95% average productivity standard.
Maintains a monthly productivity average of 95% or above based on established standards for assigned work types.
Utilizes time, policies, and procedures to efficiently meet productivity expectations.
Addresses productivity concerns with Leadership.
Collaboration and Process Improvement Adheres to daily work flow assignments, performs account follow-up, and follows system processes.
Supports the goals of the coding work flow - optimizing both accuracy and productivity while reducing A/R.
Works closely with the Coding Coordinator and coworkers to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements.
Follows documented system processes and completes daily work assignments.
Communicates opportunities and inefficiencies in a timely and professional manner to coworkers, coordinator, and other appropriate staff as necessary.
Performs account follow-up in a timely manner; communicates with internal and external department staff as necessary to complete follow-up as quickly as possible.
Utilizes notes in the coding systems to communicate with peers and Coordinators in an effective manner.
Readily accepts and assists with implementation of process changes and system changes.
Provides feedback to coordinator as appropriate.
Leadership Support Supports Leadership in internal and external departments.
Works with Coordinators to gain efficiencies, enhance compliance, and address areas of concern.
Follows policies and procedures regarding workflow and communication with team.
Actively participates in roundtables appropriately.
Appropriately suggests topics for discussion.
Participates in and leads educational opportunities as requested.
Participates in special projects and willing to do research.
Supports the Clinical Documentation Program by providing coordination of coding-related tasks including, but not limited to physician queries.
Applies appropriate medical necessity review to all work types.
Participates with internal and external audits.
Works as expected with Medical Records Audit Coordinator on external audit accounts and denials.
Brings areas of concern, suggestions and opportunities to the attention of Leadership.
When working remotely, works within the guidelines of the At-Home Work Agreement.
Maintains equipment and software in an appropriate and usable manner.
Ensures a secure work environment that minimizes the risk of disclosing confidential patient information.
Keeps equipment clean and in good working condition.
Ensures a confidential work environment and applies all HIPAA expectations.
Observes the At-Home Work Agreement and works within the guidelines and expectations set forth within it.
Demonstrates independence, discipline, and good communication while working remotely.
Works with the Holland Hospital I.T. department as needed regarding hardware/software issues and maintenance.
Keeps coordinator up-to-date regarding system or connection issues.