Candidates residing in the following states will be considered for remote employment: Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. Remote work will not be permitted from any other state at this time.
This position is responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient and LTACH services. This assignment is based on evaluation of the documentation in the medical record and utilization of coding guidelines, Coding Clinic, anatomy and physiology.
This position works under the supervision of the Manager and is employed by Mosaic Health System.
Duties
Codes complex diseases, procedures and diagnoses using the ICD-10-CM/PCS classification systems, in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines, CMS guidelines, PPS guidelines and organizational compliance standards.
Assumes responsibility for professional development by participating in workshops, conferences and/or in-services and maintains appropriate records of participation.
Completes complex coding assignments for reimbursement, research and compliance with Federal and State regulations. Researches coding guidelines. Reviews and appeals coding denials.
Educates/Communicates with providers, querying providers to ensure that optimal clinical documentation is provided to demonstrate the severity and details of the patient's illness in the medical record.
Coordinates/Communicates with departments including clinical departments, Quality Improvement, Care Management, Patient Financial Services to ensure accuracy and timeliness of coding.
Ensures data accuracy by responding to coding edits received.
Cross-trained and able to complete one type of outpatient facility coding in addition to inpatient coding. Example: Emergency Department, Observation, Referral.
Mentors and assists with training coders.
Completes analysis by utilizing reports, record reviews, etc.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Must have coding education. Associate's Degree or higher in Health Information Management / Medical Records required.
CCS - Certified Coding Specialist, RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator, or RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician required.
Three years experience in coding in an acute care setting required.