PRN CERTIFIED CODER (CPC) ON SITE

UHS • Jacksonville, FL

74d

About The Position

We are pleased to announce the following available position: PRN CERTIFIED CODER (CPC). Coder/HIM Specialist analyzes and abstracts clinical data by assigning codes from the patient records in accordance to coding classification systems. Reviews patient encounters, queries physicians when needed, and identifies and reports issues. Assigns ICD-10-CM codes, creates DRG group assignments. Ensures that codes are accurate and relevant to the patient encounter. Codes inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient charts. Prepares and submits charts required for Precyse Medicare audits. HIM Specialist/ physician Liaison: is responsible for assembly and analysis of discharge medical records. Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations. Compiles, processes, and maintains records in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Maintains filing of medical records and assists with Release of Information. Maintains and operates a variety of health records indexes and storage retrieval systems to index, classify, store and analyze information. Assists the HIM Director in the training and supervising of interns and staff. Responsible for daily transcription duties which may include the following; printing from precision transcription electronic system. Corrections, observing and noting date and time in dictation reports, deliver to unit and accurate medical record. Maintains and preserves daily electronic reports (i.e.: MIDAS, MS4, excel, P-Scribe, HCS) of Psychiatric Evaluations, Health & Physicals, and Discharge summaries for Health Information Management department to be within ordinance of policies, procedures and compliancy rates. Sustains daily, weekly, monthly communication of dictation requirements with physicians via courtesy notifications to ensure department is within all regulatory requirements. Upholds a positive rapport with all physicians, and assists them when needed. Cross trains with other staff in the department to ensure that all work flow is efficient.

Requirements

• Must have coding certification by AHIMA.
• Must have prior supervisory experience.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in the Medical Records field.
• High school diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and abstract clinical data by assigning codes from patient records.
• Review patient encounters and query physicians when needed.
• Identify and report issues related to coding.
• Assign ICD-10-CM codes and create DRG group assignments.
• Ensure codes are accurate and relevant to patient encounters.
• Code inpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient charts.
• Prepare and submit charts for Precyse Medicare audits.
• Assemble and analyze discharge medical records.
• Review records for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulations.
• Compile, process, and maintain records in accordance with healthcare regulations.
• Maintain filing of medical records and assist with Release of Information.
• Operate health records indexes and storage retrieval systems.
• Assist HIM Director in training and supervising interns and staff.
• Perform daily transcription duties including printing from electronic systems.
• Maintain and preserve daily electronic reports for Health Information Management.
• Communicate dictation requirements with physicians.
• Uphold positive rapport with physicians and assist them as needed.
• Cross train with other staff to ensure efficient workflow.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 328+ Subsidiaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees