Inpatient Hospital Coder

Business:
Boys Town National Research Hospital

*$3,000 Hiring Bonus!

* Must have Inpatient Coding Experience

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Friday. Flexible 8-hour shift between the hours of 6a-6p.

• Responsible for thorough and accurate coding of diseases and procedures of each inpatient/hospital record using ICD‑10‑CM, ICD‑10‑PCS, 3M encoder and ensuring correct assignment of the Medicare Severity‑Diagnosis Related Group (MS‑DRG) or All Patient Refined Diagnosis Related Group (APR‑DRG).
• Verify the patient's discharge disposition and ensure the appropriate present‑on‑admission (POA) indicators are assigned to each code, supporting the reason for the visit that is documented by the provider.
• Assist with writing appeals or resolving coding & reimbursement issues with Patient Financial Services staff and third‑party payers for DRG issues and denials, supporting the assigned DRG and addressing clinical documentation to validate the assigned codes.
• Collaborate with the CDI team and medical staff to ensure complete documentation so that appropriate codes and the correct DRG may be assigned, maximizing revenue and reimbursement opportunities.
• Remain abreast of current CMS requirements, CCI edits, HACs, NCDs, LCDs, and add appropriate modifiers to ensure a clean claim the first time through.
• Conduct focused coding/encounter audits across multi‑specialty practices, providing brief yet detailed accounts of findings and suggested action plans for corrected claims and provider/staff education to the Hospital Coding Supervisor.
• Provide back‑up to the Professional Coding team as needed to meet all coding group KPIs and metrics.
• Abide by the Standards of Ethical Coding set by AHIMA and adhere to official coding guidelines and organizational compliance.

• Apply thorough knowledge of ICD‑10‑CM and ICD‑10‑PCS coding with sustained accuracy of 95% or greater while maintaining acceptable productivity metrics.
• Apply knowledge of medical terminology, disease process, and anatomy and physiology to hospital coding practices.
• Apply working knowledge of coding classification systems including DRGs and APR‑DRGs.
• Function independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing with staff, physicians, and patients.
• Know medical record content including electronic medical records (EMRs).
• Type 30 wpm with at least 90% accuracy.
• Make rapid and accurate arithmetic calculations.
• Maintain current and accurate records.
• Treat patient information with strict confidentiality.
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Display strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Inpatient Coding Certification (CCS or CIC).
• Minimum of one year of recent facility coding experience.

• Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, disease process, and anatomy and physiology.
• Experience working in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Working knowledge of UB‑04 billing.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to meet organizational needs.
• Serve as a role model reflecting the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

• Position is relatively sedentary in a normal office environment with minimal physical risks. Use office equipment such as computer/laptop, monitor, keyboard, and general workstation setup.

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