Coder III
Location: Butte Montana
Description: St. James Healthcare is at present looking to employ Coder III right now, this career will be placed in Montana. For detail informations about this career opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Post by Jobing - SUMMARY The Coder II is responsible for reviewing medical records and/or the patient charge record for professional evaluation and management services, surgical and diagnostic procedures! ; and other supplies and services rendered to the patient; and any associated diagnoses according to Clinical Coding Guidelines. This involves extensive record review, interaction with revenue cycle team, physicians, HIM professionals, and nursing staff. Active participation in team meetings and education of nursing staff, physicians, and other coders is a key role. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAbility to access, manage and update patient medical records through Hospital Electronic Medical Record Information System.Accurately access patient medical recordsAccurate and timely record reviewReview documentation for ongoing patient careAnalyzes and evaluates each patient record and or chargeable items and procedures performedAccurately assigns ICDâ€"9â€"CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes as necessary according to clinical coding guidelinesEnter charges in practice management systemResolves coding related errors within the practice management system Audits documentation to identif! y and measure coding accuracy Facilitate opportunities for doc! umentation improvementFormulate clinically credible queriesEffective and appropriate communication with physiciansTimely follow up on all casesCommunicates with HIM staff and resolves discrepanciesReviews charge reconciliation reports for completenessHelps identify and resolve charge capture issues including EM levels Educates nursing and billing staff in patient charge issues.Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by privacy and HIPAA guidelinesParticipates in committees as assigned.Acts as a resource person for departments by assisting with questions about charging of supplies and procedures.Coordinates inâ€"services, training and problem solving with codes and charge issues.Works with the revenue cycle team to resolve CDM CPT, modifiers, and revenue code issues with charge codes.Displays excellent listening and communication skills when dealing with the customerPerforms periodic review and update of fee schedules and charge capture documents.
Demonstrates! behaviors consistent with organizational mission and goals.Follows all applicable hospital policies and procedures.Participates in facility Performance Excellence Program.Follows policies and procedures for infection control and facility safety in accordance with regulatory guidelines.Follows “Patients Rights Policy†at all times.Demonstrates knowledge of information management as appropriate. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE CPC (Certified Procedural Coder), CCSâ€"P (certified Coding Specialist â€" Physician based), CCC (Certified Cardiology Coder), CGSC (Certified General Surgery Coder) or equivalent Minimum of 3 years of coding experience, with 5 years of coding experience preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Relevant accredited certification required BLS within 3 months of hire requiredOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent medical terminology Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology Type 45 wpm EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE CPC (Certified Procedural Coder)! , CCSâ€"P (certified Coding Specialist â€" Physician based), CCC (Certi! fied Cardiology Coder), CGSC (Certified General Surgery Coder) or equivalent Minimum of 3 years of coding experience, with 5 years of coding experience preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Relevant accredited certification required BLS within 3 months of hire requiredOTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Excellent medical terminology Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology Type 45 wpm
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This career starts available on: Mon, 11 Mar 2013 23:09:05 GMT