Clackamas, Oregon
Remote Inpatient/Outpatient Coding Position (Onsite training... Job Opening in Clackamas, Oregon - The primary function of this position is performing coding and abstracting of Inpatient records using the ICD-10-CM classification system and MS-DRG expertise.
The Facility Coder's responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Inpatient encounters, surgical outpatient, outpatient lab/rad and observation cases as needed. The Inpatient Coder will play a critical role in billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance efforts. The position works in a cooperative team environment to provide value to customers and other team members.
Accurately determine ICD-10-CM, CPT and HCPCS diagnosis and procedure codes for all outpatient medical records to include ED, Ancillary, Labs, Radiology and Observation. The coder will also review charging for services and supplies for appropriateness and make any applicable changes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments, and procedures according to the appropriate classification system for complex inpatient encounters utilizing a computer assisted coding system.
Review provider documentation to determine principal diagnosis, co-morbidities and complications, secondary conditions and surgical procedures.
Utilize technical coding principals and MS-DRG reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnoses and procedures.
Ensure accurate coding by clarifying diagnosis and procedural information through a query process.
Assign present on admission (POA) value for inpatient diagnoses.
Extract required information from source documentation and enter into encoder and abstracting system.
Identifies non-payment, Hospital Acquired Conditions, and report them to the Quality Department
Reviews documentation to verify and, when necessary, correct the patient disposition upon discharge.
Prioritize work to ensure timeframe of medical record coding meets regulatory requirements.
Serve as a resource for coding related questions to other New Vision Health employees as appropriate.
Meet performance and quality standards at the Inpatient Coder.
Abide by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to official coding guidelines.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
AAPC or AHIMA accredited coding certification; CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA preferred
One year of relevant coding and abstracting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Anatomy / Physiology, Medical Terminology and ICD-10 and CPT coding courses conforming to American Hospital Association, American Medical Association, or CMS standards.
Analytical / Critical thinking / Problem Solving skills
Knowledge and application of ICD-10-CM, HCPCS and CPT-4 classification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and concepts effectively across organizational levels.
Knowledge of information privacy laws, access, release of information.
Knowledge of hospital protocols and procedures.
Working knowledge of functional relationships between departments within a healthcare or similar environment.
Knowledge of DHS, HIPAA, security principles, guidelines, and standard healthcare practices.
Demonstrated competence with computers, 3M Encoder, EHR and Microsoft Office.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
Required experience:
Acute Coding: 5 years
Required license or certification:
AHIMA Credential
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