Inpatient Medical Coding & Reimbursement Specialist-Sr

Responsibilities

• Assign appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS and/or CPT-4 codes to achieve accurate DRG/APC assignment for proper reimbursement and data collection.
• Assign all pertinent ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-10-PCS or CPT-4 codes based on official inpatient and outpatient coding guidelines.
• Abstract diagnosis and procedure codes as well as other required data elements into the required Health System computer program (360 CAC, Epic, etc.).
• Attend educational sessions.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Recent coding experience at a major academic medical center.
• Knowledge of hospital inpatient coding principles including Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) assignment logic, conditions affecting hospital quality measures such as Hospital Acquired Conditions, Patient Safety Indicators, Present on Admission, and HCCs.
• A high level of accuracy, attentiveness to detail, and time management skills for translating complex medical documentation into diagnostic classification system codes.
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, complex disease processes, pathophysiology, and pharmacology.
• Ability to work independently in a teleworking environment, to organize/prioritize work, exercise excellent communication skills, demonstrate follow-through skills, and maintain a positive attitude.

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience:

5 years of relevant experience.

Licensure:
Coding certification required through the AHIMA or AAPC as a RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, CCA, or CPC-H.

The starting base rate for this role is $24.24 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

Primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job occasionally requires traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

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