NKC Health

NKC Health is seeking an HIM Facility Coder to maintain clinical databases by coding and abstracting medical records. You will assign CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes according to Official Coding Guidelines and CMS guidelines, ensuring first and second-listed diagnoses and procedures are accurate. Working with Revenue Integrity and Patient Financial Services, you will resolve edits, verify code accuracy, and support claim processing while aiming for high quality and productivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Summary SUMMARY: Under the direction of the HIM Department Director and Coding Supervisor, maintains clinical databases through coding and abstracting of medical records. Assigns appropriate CPT, ICD-10 and HCPCS codes in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines, CMS guidelines and internal policies. Demonstrates ability to determine first listed diagnosis, secondary diagnosis, and surgical procedures. The HIM Facility Coder collaborates with Revenue Integrity and Patient Financial Services to resolve edits, verify code accuracy and ensure claim processing. Receives and responds to educational feedback identified by Coding Compliance and Education. Achieves quality and quantity production standards, participates in professional development efforts, and maintains knowledge of medical record and provider documentation to maximize coding specificity with query opportunities. EXPERIENCE 1-3 years of facility medical coding and/or billing experience preferred. Proficient knowledge of...

NKC Health is seeking an HIM Facility Coder to maintain clinical databases by coding and abstracting medical records. You will assign CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes according to Official Coding Guidelines and CMS guidelines, ensuring first and second-listed diagnoses and procedures are accurate. Working with Revenue Integrity and Patient Financial Services, you will resolve edits, verify code accuracy, and support claim processing while aiming for high quality and productivity. #J-18808-Ljbffr