Senior Coding Specialist (Plastic Surgery exp required) - REMOTE

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

1d•Remote

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Senior Coding Specialist for a remote position. This role involves reviewing, accurately assigning, and abstracting professional and outpatient facility diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classification independently. The specialist will also support ongoing training and development of staff. VUMC is committed to an environment where everyone can thrive and where uniqueness is celebrated, aiming to advance health and wellness through patient care, education, and research.

Requirements

Plastic Surgery experience required
Certified Coding Associate - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Certified Coding Specialist - Physician - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Certified Outpatient Coder - American Academy of Professional Coders
Certified Professional Coder - Outpatient - American Academy of Professional Coders
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Relevant Work Experience
4 years of experience
High School Diploma or GED
Advanced knowledge in medical professional and outpatient facility coding
Advanced knowledge in medical terminology and documentation
Advanced critical thinking skills
Advanced understanding of compliance rules and regulations

Responsibilities

Reviews, accurately assigns, and abstracts professional and outpatient facility diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classification independently.
Supports ongoing training and development of staff.
Develop efficient workflows to organize and prioritize complex coding work to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hospital targets.
Utilize designated coding classification systems and guidelines to ensure accurate code selection; consider the utilization of resources during patient encounters to reflect the appropriate codes.
Proactively identify documentation gaps or inconsistencies that may impact code assignment; initiate coding queries or tasks to clarify documentation and ensure accurate code assignment.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise in professional and outpatient facility coding practices; provide guidance and support to coding staff on complex coding scenarios and regulatory requirements; stay updated on changes in coding regulations and guidelines to maintain subject matter expertise.