Overview Medical Coder Inpatient- FT/Days (Remote) Job Description The Hospital Inpatient Coding Specialist reviews inpatient medical records and assigns ICD-10 CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes that derives an APR-DRG or MS-DRG for optimal reimbursement. The Hospital Inpatient Coding Specialist will work in collaboration with the Clinical Documentation Integrity Specialist to ensure accuracy consistent with Centra’s coding policies. The Hospital Inpatient Coding Specialist will abstract pertinent information according to established guidelines and will formulate provider queries to clarify information. Responsibilities Assigns diagnosis and procedure codes. Verifies accuracy of DRG. Accurately abstracts required information. Initiates provider coding queries in compliance with coding guidelines and policies where appropriate. Meets productivity standard of 2 charts per hour or higher. Meets coding accuracy of 95% or higher. Verifies and assigns discharge status codes. Ensures presence of a completed Medicaid certification prior to finalizing coding. Appropriately assigns the Hospital Acquired condition (HAC) and Present on Admission (POA) indicator for each diagnosis. Communicates with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Specialist via email, phone, or other methods regarding accounts. Participates in team, organization and educational meetings. Maintains and continually enhances coding competency through educational programs and official coding publications to stay abreast of changes in codes and guidelines. Maintains coding credential(s) by completing continuing education requirements of credits per year. Assist in achieving department goals of Accounts Receivable days regarding Discharged Not Final Billed (DNFB). Other Functions Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient related information. Remote home office skills including PC use and maintenance, knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel and Outlook. Communicates in a positive and professional manner with patients, providers, and staff. Demonstrates ability to work independently. Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in workflow. Thoroughness and attention to detail. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent One or more of the following certifications required: RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CCA Minimum of 2 years acute care inpatient coding experience required. Experience in coding across multiple specialties within a hospital coding environment and remote coding experience preferred. Demonstrated proficiency in ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS by passing coding competency assessment administered before hire. Demonstrated proficiency in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease process by passing coding competency assessment administered before hire. Working knowledge of Inpatient Prospective Payment System (RPPS), DRG methodologies, Severity of Illness (SOI), and Risk of Mortality (ROM). Travel Travel is expected to be between 0%-10% of the time. Senior ity level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Centra Health by 2x Get notified about new Medical Coder jobs in Lynchburg, VA. #J-18808-Ljbffr Centra Health
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