Wilmington, North Carolina
East Texas, Texas
Miami, Florida
Posted: 14-May-23
Location: Lewes, Delaware
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 8469
Summary: Assignment of ICD-10 and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures in inpatient and outpatient medical records. Apply knowledge of coding principles, regulations and guidelines. Accurately abstract medical records current abstracting system.
Other information: CCS preferred, passing a test at 90% , but will consider RHIT/RHIA with 3 years coding inpatient experience or - 2 years experience at a Coder II Level and successful completion of Beebe Transition to IP Coder. Inpatient coding required to assist as needed with all other types of hospital-based coding.
Responsibilities:
Reviews all inpatient records and outpatient surgical records for correct assignment of ICD-10/CPT codes utilizing coding books, reference materials, and 3M Encoder. Acts as consultant to Coder II staff and other departments in accurate coding of outpatient diagnoses Queries physicians for clarification on diagnoses utilizing pre-printed coding inquiring forms and letters. Clearly explains questions, resulting in correct documentation and code assignment. Enters medical record abstracted data into the SoftMed system. Enters ICD-10/CPT codes into the billing Claims Editor as needed. Maintains knowledge of coding changes through Coding Clinic, seminars and reference materials made available. Perform coding audits as assigned. Provides results and recommendations. Participates in group discussions on coding changes, audits. etc. Maintains knowledge of the DRG and APC system as appropriate to job assignments. Understands basics of revenue management under these systems. Assists in training of new coders and in training of other hospital staff in coding principles.
Credentials:
Essential:
* CCS - Certified Coding Specialist
Competencies and skills:
Essential:
* Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
* Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
* Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
* Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
* Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records
* Experience Or Completed Courses In Coding
Education:
Essential:
* High school graduate or equivalent
Location: Hospital-Main Campus
Shift : 9am - 7pm with Alternate Weekends
FTE: 0.500000
Work Status: Part Time LESS THAN 32 hours
