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Summary:
*CHRISTUS Health System offers the Specialty Coder Senior position as a remote opportunity. Candidate must reside in the states of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, New Mexico or Georgia to further be considered for this position.*
Responsible for maintaining current and high-quality ICD-10-CM and CPT coding of all professional services, including inpatient and outpatient Evaluation & Management (E/M), and operative/surgical procedures for multi-specialties. Via assigned work queues, verifies all charges and code assignments are correct. Accurately assigns appropriate modifiers to CPT codes. Communicates regularly with providers regarding coding concerns, missing/incomplete documentation, and coding policy updates. Responsible for assigned coding denial work queues.
Responsibilities:
Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments and procedures according to the ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting through review of coding critical documentation, to generate appropriate MS/APR DRG.
Abstracts required information from source documentation, to be entered into appropriate CHRISTUS Health electronic medical record system.
Validates admit orders and discharge dispositions.
Works from assigned coding queue, completing and re-assigning accounts correctly.
Manages accounts on ABS Hold, finalizing accounts when corrections have been made, in a timely manner.
Meets or exceeds an accuracy rate of 95%.
Meets or exceeds the designated CHRISTUS Health Productivity standard per chart type.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Assists in implementing solutions to reduce backend-errors.
Identifies and appropriately reports all hospital-acquired conditions (HAC).
Expertly queries providers for missing or unclear documentation, by working with the HIM department and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists.
Participates in both internal and external audit discussions.
All other work duties as assigned by Manager
Requirements:
Minimum requirements: Completion of an AAPC or AHIMA approved Coding Certificate Program; High school diploma or GED
Minimum 2 years of multi-specialty physician operative and procedural services coding in an acute care hospital and/or outpatient clinic setting.*Specific experience General Surgery required.
Minimum 1 year of professional billing, claim denials, appeals, and/or revenue cycle work
Expert knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and medical terminology
Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial payers coding/billing guidelines and compliance regulations, including medical policy restrictions (LCDs and NCDs)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and research skills, with extreme attention to detail
Proficient using multiple software applications, including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
Ability to meet set productivity and quality standards
Able to work independently in a remote setting, as well as part of a team
EPIC and Meditech experience preferred
One of the following certifications is required:
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – AHIMA
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - AHIMA
Work Type:
Full Time
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Req. No
191231
Job Title
Specialty Coder Senior - Neurosurgery
Market
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
Category
Revenue Cycle
Facility
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Woodgate IV Bldg
Address
1101 East SE Loop 323
Tyler, TX 75701
US
Type
FULL TIME
Summary:
*CHRISTUS Health System offers the Specialty Coder Senior position as a remote opportunity. Candidate must reside in the states of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, New Mexico or Georgia to further be considered for this position.*
Responsible for maintaining current and high-quality ICD-10-CM and CPT coding of all professional services, including inpatient and outpatient Evaluation & Management (E/M), and operative/surgical procedures for multi-specialties. Via assigned work queues, verifies all charges and code assignments are correct. Accurately assigns appropriate modifiers to CPT codes. Communicates regularly with providers regarding coding concerns, missing/incomplete documentation, and coding policy updates. Responsible for assigned coding denial work queues.
Responsibilities:
Assign codes for diagnoses, treatments and procedures according to the ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting through review of coding critical documentation, to generate appropriate MS/APR DRG.
Abstracts required information from source documentation, to be entered into appropriate CHRISTUS Health electronic medical record system.
Validates admit orders and discharge dispositions.
Works from assigned coding queue, completing and re-assigning accounts correctly.
Manages accounts on ABS Hold, finalizing accounts when corrections have been made, in a timely manner.
Meets or exceeds an accuracy rate of 95%.
Meets or exceeds the designated CHRISTUS Health Productivity standard per chart type.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
Assists in implementing solutions to reduce backend-errors.
Identifies and appropriately reports all hospital-acquired conditions (HAC).
Expertly queries providers for missing or unclear documentation, by working with the HIM department and Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists.
Participates in both internal and external audit discussions.
All other work duties as assigned by Manager
Requirements:
Minimum requirements: Completion of an AAPC or AHIMA approved Coding Certificate Program; High school diploma or GED
Minimum 2 years of multi-specialty physician operative and procedural services coding in an acute care hospital and/or outpatient clinic setting.*Specific experience General Surgery required.
Minimum 1 year of professional billing, claim denials, appeals, and/or revenue cycle work
Expert knowledge of CPT, ICD-10, HCPCS, and medical terminology
Strong knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial payers coding/billing guidelines and compliance regulations, including medical policy restrictions (LCDs and NCDs)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and research skills, with extreme attention to detail
Proficient using multiple software applications, including: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to prioritize assignments to meet deadlines
Ability to meet set productivity and quality standards
Able to work independently in a remote setting, as well as part of a team
EPIC and Meditech experience preferred
One of the following certifications is required:
Certified Professional Coder (CPC) – AAPC
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) – AHIMA
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - AHIMA
Work Type:
Full Time
EEO is the law - click below for more information:
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at .
Req. No
191231
Job Title
Specialty Coder Senior - Neurosurgery
Market
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
Category
Revenue Cycle
Facility
CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Woodgate IV Bldg
Address
1101 East SE Loop 323
Tyler, TX 75701
US
Type
FULL TIME
