Coder III Inpatient - Days
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Job Description
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
Heres What You Need
Education
H.S. Diploma or EquivalentREQUIREDand
Other Completion or training in ICD10CM/PCS coding programREQUIRED
Associates Degree Health Information Management Nursing or other healthcare related field preferred or
Bachelors Degree Health Information Management Nursing or other healthcare related field preferred
Experience
3 Years Inpatient coding experience in a large complex acute healthcare settingREQUIREDor
Licenses and Certifications
CCS Certified Coding Specialist Upon HireREQUIREDor
Other CIC Certified Inpatient Coder Upon HireREQUIREDor
RHIT Registered Health Information Technician Upon HireREQUIREDor
RHIA Registered Health Information Administrator Upon HireREQUIRED
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 computerassistedcoding software. Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis to arrive at correct code MSDRG and POA assignment. Strong knowledge of ICD10CM/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 computerassistedcoding 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 ICD10CM/PCS code and MSDRG 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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Employment Type
Full-Time
