In Patient Coder/Abstractor Remote

Sentara Hospitals•Norfolk, VA

11d•$25 - $35•Remote

About The Position

Codes inpatient accounts applying appropriate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 codes for hospital reimbursement, mortality & morbidity outcomes, research & statistical and regulatory compliance. Abstracts, codes and assigns necessary demographic and clinical data elements required for inpatient records. Effectively utilizes encoder software to assure appropriate reimbursement and accurate DRG & MSDRG assignment. Completes all work in accordance with defined productivity and quality standards. As necessary, consults or queries the physician for additional information or clarification of diagnoses, co-morbid/secondary conditions, and procedures. Provides physicians education on coding, documentation and medical necessity requirements. Assures optimal ethical reimbursement for coded encounters and assures coding practices fall within established compliance guidelines. Uses concurrent documentation database to accurately reflect queries and updates to DRG cases. Must work collaboratively with Nursing Staff on Concurrent Documentation Improvement Team for severity levels within coding guidelines. Performs other related duties as requested by HIM management.

Requirements

2+ years of IN PATIENT coding experience.
Educational coursework in anatomy, physiology, and current coding practices required.
CCS or CIC required within 1 year of hire.
The yearly Flu Vaccination is required for employment.

Responsibilities

Codes inpatient accounts applying appropriate ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 codes for hospital reimbursement, mortality & morbidity outcomes, research & statistical and regulatory compliance.
Abstracts, codes and assigns necessary demographic and clinical data elements required for inpatient records.
Effectively utilizes encoder software to assure appropriate reimbursement and accurate DRG & MSDRG assignment.
Completes all work in accordance with defined productivity and quality standards.
As necessary, consults or queries the physician for additional information or clarification of diagnoses, co-morbid/secondary conditions, and procedures.
Provides physicians education on coding, documentation and medical necessity requirements.
Assures optimal ethical reimbursement for coded encounters and assures coding practices fall within established compliance guidelines.
Uses concurrent documentation database to accurately reflect queries and updates to DRG cases.
Must work collaboratively with Nursing Staff on Concurrent Documentation Improvement Team for severity levels within coding guidelines.
Performs other related duties as requested by HIM management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Annual Leave, Sick Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Retirement funds with matching contribution
Supplemental insurance policies, including legal, Life Insurance and AD&D among others
Work Perks program including discounted movie and theme park tickets among other great deals
Opportunities for further advancement within our organization
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.