Coder/Hosp/PRN

Position Summary: The Senior Coding Specialist assigns diagnostic and procedural codes consistent with ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 guidelines, UHDDS sequencing guidelines, CMS coding guidelines, Medicare and Medicaid regulations and the American Hospital Association coding guidelines and in its publication, Coding Clinic and AMA's publication CPT Assistant. Responsible for meeting quality expectations for data abstraction, coding, APC assignment, DRG assignment and meets Redeemer Health's expected productivity standards for the position. Performs assigned duties in accordance with hospital specific coding policies and procedures. The Senior Coding Specialist will conduct monthly data and coding quality assessments to determine whether coding accuracy is at the 95% rate. The Senior Coding Specialist will assist the Coding Coordinator in development of educational programs for all coding staff on an ongoing basis. Assists the Coding Coordinator with the documentation improvement programs. Responsible for remaining current with latest healthcare technology and coding advice through reading available coding literature, attendance of seminars and in-services, internet research and other educational resources. Performs duties in support of the Medical Center mission to ensure the highest quality of patient care in an economically sound and efficient manner.

Recruitment Requirements:

Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator preferred or equivalent experience. Certified Coding Specialist required or agreement to sit and successfully pass the examination within one year of hire date. Must have a minimum of 1 year coding experience utilizing ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 in an acute care setting. Internal progression from Coding Specialist to Sr. Coding Specialist I may occur less than 1 year coding experience when the internal candidate has demonstrated consistency in meeting the quality and quantity standardards for the Sr. Coding Specialist I job position and has obtained the CCS credential. A strong background in Anatomy, Physiology, Clinical Medicine and Medical Terminology. A graduate of an accredited hospital based coding program with certification of completion or successful completion of college credited course work in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology and Pathophysiology/Disease Processes/Pharmacology required. Requires the ability to read and interpret medical terminology and apply coding skills utilizing knowledge of anatomy, physiology and disease processes. Must be detail oriented and have basic computer skills. Experience with computerized encoders and abstracting systems preferred.

Employment Type: Per Diem Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week Experience Requirements: 12 months Responsibilities: Position Summary: The Senior Coding Specialist assigns diagnostic and procedural codes consistent with ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 guidelines, UHDDS sequencing guidelines, CMS coding guidelines, Medicare and Medicaid regulations and the American Hospital Association coding guidelines and in its publication, Coding Clinic and AMA’s publication CPT Assistant. Responsible for meeting quality expectations for data abstraction, coding, APC assignment, DRG assignment and meets Redeemer Health’s expected productivity standards for the position. Performs assigned duties in accordance with hospital specific coding policies and procedures. The Senior Coding Specialist will conduct monthly data and coding quality assessments to determine whether coding accuracy is at the 95% rate. The Senior Coding Specialist will assist the Coding Coordinator in development of educational programs for all coding staff on an ongoing basis. Assists the Coding Coordinator with the documentation improvement programs. Responsible for remaining current with latest healthcare technology and coding advice through reading available coding literature, attendance of seminars and in-services, internet research and other educational resources. Performs duties in support of the Medical Center mission to ensure the highest quality of patient care in an economically sound and efficient manner. Skills: Coding, CPT, Coding Experience, CCS, ICD-9-CM, DRG, Registered Health Information Technician, computer, Documentation, Consistent, Hospital, Detail Oriented, Data Abstraction, Diagnostic, Basic Computer Skills, Medical Terminology, Reading, Acute Care, Anatomy, Physiology, Educational Programs, Patient Care, Healthcare Technology, Pharmacology, CMS, Clinical Medicine, Development, Recruiter - Home Care & Hospice, Registered Nurse Case Manager, Emergency Room Nurse, Hospice Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant Insurance Project, Licensed Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist - PT & Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Occupational Therapist Assistant - Skills Nursing Facility (SNF), Manager - Hospice & Home Care Department, Registered Nurse Manager & Restorative Director