Coder III (Inpatient) - Days - Remote ID-24606
Coder III (Inpatient)
Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together
Work location: Remote
Work hours: Flexible hours
HIMS Coding Department Highlights:
100% remote work
Flexible hours/scheduling
Terrific work/life balance
Here's What You Need
Education
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent REQUIRED and
Other Completion or training in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding program REQUIRED
Associate's Degree Health Information Management, Nursing or other healthcare related field preferred or
Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management, Nursing or other healthcare related field preferred
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Experience
3 Years Inpatient coding experience in a large, complex acute healthcare setting REQUIRED or
Licenses and Certifications
CCS - Certified Coding Specialist Upon Hire REQUIRED or
Other CIC - Certified Inpatient Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED or
RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire REQUIRED or
RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Upon Hire REQUIRED
Skills
Ability to analyze and validate documentation that supports accurate code assignment for complex inpatient cases utilizing available coding technology appropriately. Advanced knowledge and utilization of encoder software with usage of computer-assisted-coding software. Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis to arrive at correct code, MS-DRG and POA assignment. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis and procedure coding guidelines. Expertise in the application of coding convention guidelines in all levels of inpatient coding from complex to simple. Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to initiate clear and concise queries to physicians. Advanced MS Office suite skills and encoder software. Moderate skills in computer-assisted-coding functions. Acts as a resource/mentor to less experienced coders with the ability to assess coding accuracy and provide feedback. Demonstrated strong decision making, problem solving and advanced critical thinking skills by applying coding concepts.
What You Will Do
Provides critical assessment of the health record documentation to accurately identify pertinent primary and secondary diagnosis and procedures that require ICD-10-CM/PCS code and MS-DRG assignment for proper billing complex (Medicare, high dollars, long LOS and high CMI) inpatient records.
Abstracts and compiles clinical data elements such as attending physician, surgeon, consultants, ED physician, birth weight, etc. according to THR guidelines.
Queries the physician and takes initiative to collaborate with Clinical Documentation Specialist and other departments when documentation in the record is ambiguous, inadequate, unclear or incorrect for accurate coding and compliance.
Demonstrates and maintains adequate productivity and quality metrics as outlined in job description.
Demonstrates and maintains coding proficiency by staying abreast of coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic.
Additional perks of being a Texas Heath Coder
Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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