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Sr Coding Specialist - Outpatient Telecommute
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Job Description
- Req#: 76014
Employer Industry: Healthcare Services
Why consider this job opportunity:
- Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization
- Work remotely after initial orientation at the employer's facilities
- Maintain a high coding accuracy average of 95%
- Act as a resource for physicians and staff on coding principles and guidelines
- Engaging work that requires continuous learning and staying updated with coding guidelines
What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Review clinical documentation to extract data and assign appropriate codes in accordance with ICD-10-CM guidelines
- Ensure medical record documentation supports the selected codes for diagnoses and procedures
- Enter coded information into the 3M Encoder, assigning accurate MS-DRG or APR-DRG
- Follow up on bill holds and physician queries to ensure timely billing and proper reimbursement
- Assist and provide guidance to coders and entry-level coders as needed
What is Required (Qualifications):
- Associate degree in health information technology or successful completion of a coding certification program
- Coding certification required from AHIMA or AAPC
- 3-5 years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility
- Familiarity with medical records and understanding of clinical documentation for coding
- Proficient in using electronic medical records, encoder programs, and Microsoft Office products
How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Experience with coding validation software
- Strong writing skills to prepare physician queries
- Ability to research diseases and procedures online
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and disease processes
- Continuous education units (CEUs) to maintain certification
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