Position Title and Code Professional Services Certified Coding Reviewer Position Code: Coder-8125
Department and Reporting Department: Health Information Management
Reports to: HIM Director/Manager
Safety Sensitive: YES
Exempt Status: NO
Position Purpose All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
Key Responsibilities Ensures data quality in compliance with State, Federal and regulatory requirements
Evaluates medical record documentation and charge reports to ensure completeness, accuracy and compliance with the Correct Coding Initiative Edits
Coded all professional charges to ensure accurate and timely billing
Perform coding reviews and/or surgical coding for practices and providers
Evaluates and report audit findings or reviews and reports on results to physicians and/or operations directors
Provides technical guidance, training, and on-going coding education when instructed, to physicians and their office staff and other ancillary departments on both general and specific coding issues to include documentation and guidance in quality coding for proper collection of health data
Evaluate insurance requests and claim denials to assist the Business Office with the revenue cycle
Manage work activities, work assignments and schedules to ensure accurate and timely submission of information
Provides reports as requested on data collected, abstracted and coded
Review bulletins, newsletters and periodicals and attends workshops to stay abreast of current issues, trends and changes in the laws and regulations governing medical record coding and documentation
Demonstrates dependability, teamwork, and maintains patient confidentiality
Develops and maintains excellent relationships with providers, provider’s staff, operational directors, and business office staff
Works well with individual practices, the Business Office, and Operation Directors
Strives to be a productive member of this institution, attends departmental meetings as required, maintains certification, and obtains continued education units (CEU)
Completes all other duties, projects, and assignments as directed/requested
Qualifications Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, Medical Terminology and medically approved abbreviations required
Thorough understanding of CMS coding and billing guidelines required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills
Ability to work independently and make independent decisions based on specialized knowledge
Computer literacy and familiarity with the operation of basic office equipment, required
Education High school diploma or equivalent
Certification/Licensure Maintains current Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC), or currently enrolled in AHIMA or AAPC and actively working towards obtaining Coding Specialist (CCS) issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) issued by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Certification required within 12 months of hire or placement in this position.
Preferences Experience in a medical billing/coding office.
Special Position Requirements Travel to off-site locations as required
Exposure Categories Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues
Work Requirements Ability to stand and walk in the performance of job responsibilities
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods
Some bending and lifting may be required
Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised 03/21/2019
Job Details Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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