Coding Specialist 4
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40What Youll Do:
The Coding Specialist Hospital Inpatient reads and translates clinical documentation in hospital inpatient medical records to assign appropriate ICD-10-CM codes designate the principal diagnosis and determine the most accurate MS-DRG or APR-DRG for billing/reimbursement internal and external reporting research and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the designated Supervisorand in compliance with the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting accurately assigns codes for inpatient diagnoses and procedures. Assures that the MS-DRG and APR-DRG assignment is accurate and fully reflects the patients Severity of Illness and Risk of Mortality. The specialist applies knowledge of the ICD-10-CM coding system medical terminology disease processes pathophysiology and pharmacology to the clinical findings documented in the patient medical record. Validates and abstracts defined data as required by the organization or by regulation. Adheres to the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding AAPC Code of Ethics and the official coding rules and guidelines. Occasional travel to Gundersen Health System facilities will be required.
Whats Available:
Full Time - 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE)
Day Shift. No weekend rotation
This position will be working remotely
Starting pay of $23.80/hr and up based on your years of experience
We can only accept candidates from WI IA and MN.
What Youll Need:
Post High School education in a specialized field: Completion of Health Information Technician program or Completion of Health Info Administrator program or Equivalent allied health education.
2 years of hospital coding experience: emergency services hospital outpatient services or professional services coding of inpatient encounters is acceptable or ICD-10 Inpatient coding in an educational or hospital setting.
REQUIRED Must have one of these certifications Certified inpatient Coder (CIC) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Registered Health Info Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Info Administrator (RHIA).
What Youll Get:
A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities our Tuition Investment Program and Career Development Center
A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical Dental Life Ins HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution
Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States
Join our passionate team and make a difference in the daily lives of our patients. If you are motivated skilled and dedicated to delivering exceptional laboratory services we would love to hear from you.
About Gundersen Health System:
Gundersen Health System becoming Emplify Health is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin southeast Minnesota and northeast Iowa serving more than 500000 residents throughout 19 counties annually. Our physician-led not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; affiliate hospitals clinics and nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
