Kaleida Health
Olean, NY
Job Description
Review clinical documentation and diagnosis results to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM and CPT4 codes for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of Health Information Management (HIM) or a HIM supervisor, accurately code inpatient and outpatient encounters (e.g., diagnostic, therapeutic, emergency department services, ambulatory surgery, observation service, and behavioral health encounters) as documented in the ICD-9-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. Resolve billing error reports, identify error patterns, and, when necessary, assist in designing and implementing workflow changes to reduce billing errors.
Education and Credentials
Associate’s degree from an accredited institution or enrollment in a medical coding course through an accredited agency (e.g., AHIMA/AAPC).
Experience
One year of progressive on-the-job experience. Must understand confidentiality and be able to operate...