Job Description
Review clinical documentation and diagnosis results as appropriate 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 supervisor of HIM, accurately code inpatient and outpatient (for example, diagnostic, therapeutic, emergency department services, ambulatory surgery, observation service and behavioral health encounters) conditions and procedures as documented in the ICD-9-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.
Resolve error reports associated with billing processes, identify and report error patterns, and, when necessary, assist in design and implementation of workflow changes to reduce billing errors.
Location
Olean General Hospital, US:NY:Olean. Full-Time, Shift 1.
Education and Credentials
Associate’s degree from an accredited institution or have obtained education through an accredited agency (i.e. AHIMA/AAPC).
Experience
Two (2) years of progressive on-the-job experience. Must understand confidentiality and be able to operate in a PC in a network environment. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, basic knowledge of medical terminology, disease states/processes and pharmaceuticals required. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Working Conditions
Department: OGH Health Information Management
Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00
Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No
On Call Required: No
With Rotation: No
Scheduled Work Hours: 5a-1p;6a-2p;630a-230p;7a-3p;730a-330p;8a-4p
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Union Code: N35 - Non Union OGH
Requisition ID#: 19511
Recruiter: svchr svchr
Grade: OLH3
Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
Salary Range: $16.54 - $22.74
Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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