Inpatient coder
Summary :
Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations including multiple primary and specialty care physician practices.
Appropriately analyzes and codes complex in patient records. Position requires high level expertise in coding and documentation guidelines, coding clinics and knowledge of MS DRGs, CC / MCC for appropriate reimbursement and compliance.
Responsibilities :
- Perform ICD-10- CM / PCS to maintain an accurate database and ensure accurate coding at minimum accuracy rate of 95%
- Apply knowledge of MS DRG and APR DRG assignment, Official Coding guidelines, Comorbidity / complication coding, HAC Conditions, accurate POA assignment and current AHA coding clinic guidelines
- Ability to code using either 3M 360 encoder or ICD-10-CM Book
- Mentor and train junior coders
- Perform audits as assigned by coding manager
- Achieve established expectations with regard to customer service, teamwork and safety
- Respond to all questions regarding diagnoses and procedures with the billing office in a timely manner
- Assist as needed in other coding areas
- Fulfill all compliance responsibilities related to the position
Requirements :
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- CCS or CIC, RHIT, RHIA
- Training in medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT procedure and E / M coding
- Able to decipher operative reports, medical orders & various medical records in the appropriate selection of codes
- Minimum Experience of 5 years
- Desired course work in Anatomy and Physiology
Location : REMOTE-NY-API
Work Type : Full-Time
Standard Hours : 37.50
FTE : 0.940000
Work Schedule : DAY 7
Work Shift : Monday thru Friday
Org Unit : 1661
Department : Coders
Exempt : No
Grade : S8
EOE, including disability / vets.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only).
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