Responsible for maintaining coded data quality through ongoing quality review and assessment of outpatient or inpatient records. Performs audits on accuracy of APC or MSDRGs as well as on quality of medical record documentation needed for accurate coding. Works with DRG and CPT denials from commercial payers and writes appeal letters as indicated.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 5-6 years Acute Care Inpatient (IP) and Outpatient (OP) Coding
- 2 years Auditing - Acute Care IP and OP
- Associates Degree, Healthcare or Related (Preferred)
- 1 year Clinical Documentation Integrity (Preferred)
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Upon Hire (Required)
- Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Upon Hire (Preferred) or
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - The American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Upon Hire (Preferred) or
- Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS) - International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners CCDS or CDIP Clinical Documentation Improvement Professional Upon Hire (Preferred) or
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) Upon Hire( Preferred)
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance