Inpatient Coder II (Healthcare)
Health Quest and Western Connecticut Health Network have combined to form a new nonprofit health system. The name for the new health system will be Nuvance Health. The new health system was created to provide communities across New York's Hudson Valley and western Connecticut with more convenient, accessible and affordable care.
Summary:
To appropriately analyze and code records. Proficiency is required in coding of inpatient records for facility.
Responsibilities:
Performs ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10 PCS procedural coding to maintain an accurate database & ensure accurate coding at minimum accuracy rate of 95%. Competent in the utilization of an electronic medical record, and computerized coding/abstracting systems. Applies knowledge of diagnosis related group assignment, official Coding guidelines, comorbidity/complication coding, Hospital acquired conditions, accurate present on admission assignment, and current American Hospital Association coding clinic guidance. Effectively and professionally communicates with providers to clarify documentation in order to assign accurate diagnoses and procedures in order to calculate the appropriate diagnosis related group and severity of illness/risk of mortality. Ability to code using either 3M encoder or ICD-10-CM/ICD10 PCS codebook. Attends and participates in required hospital education programs in order to maintain and enhance their coding skills and stay abreast of changes in codes, coding guidelines and regulations. Achieves the organization's established expectations with regard to customer service, teamwork and safety. Maintains certified coding credentials in accordance with the certified coding requirements and demonstrates annual compliance. Responds to all questions regarding diagnoses and procedures with the billing office in a timely manner. � May assist as needed in other coding areas. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position. Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information:
Essential: * Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA), or Certified Inpatient Coder (AAPC) Required: CCS or CIC certification required with at least 1-year inpatient coding experience. Alternatively, 2 years inpatient coding experience will be accepted without CCS or CIC certification that must be attained within 1 year from date of hire. Specialized training in medical terminology, ICD-10-CM/ICD-10 PCS coding. Ability to decipher operative reports, medication orders & various medical records in the appropriate selection of codes. Experience in acute care coding inpatient records. Minimum Experience: Two years demonstrated coding experience in appropriate application of coding and documentation guidelines Desired: Course work in Anatomy and Physiology and knowledge of CPT codes. Education Essential: * HS Graduate or Equivalent
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Western CT Health Network Inc
Org Unit: 265
Department: Coders
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $28.78 - $53.45 Hourly
