Job Title
Med Records Coder IV, Complex
Location
Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224
Employment Details
Worker Subtype: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Department: 910503 United Business Office Coding
Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America)
Range: UR URG 108 H
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Compensation
$24.91 - $34.87
Responsibilities
The Medical Coder IV, Complex functions as an advanced coder in the abstraction and in-depth analysis of a variety of medical documentation for multiple specialties and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies (e.g. ICD-10, CPT-4, HCPCS, DRG). Analyzes, enters and manipulates database. Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information.
Essential Functions
Uses thorough knowledge of coding systems and system logic to review codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assign codes (ICD-10-CM, E/M, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers) through medical record documentation in accordance with universally recognized coding guidelines.
Reviews and resolves coding denials. Resolves problems with claims having errors related to improper coding and provides feedback for correction and follow up.
Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy. Performs system edit checks and corrects errors as needed.
Responds to coding information requests from various sources. Communicates document improvement opportunities and coding issues to providers, department, and/or designated leader for follow up and resolution.
Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or incomplete.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Experience
HS Diploma
Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology or health related field, preferred
3 years’ experience as Medical Coder
Additional coding experience in area of assignment, preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC
Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
Preferred Licenses & Certifications
Successful completion of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accreditation examination for Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or (Registered Health Information Technician) RHIT or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).
Or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Coder (CMC) from Practice Management Institute.
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