Coder - 5K sign on bonus
Company: Rush University Medical Center
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Coder$5,000 sign on bonusGeneral Summary:Reporting to the coding
supervisor, the medical coder is responsible for review clinical
documentation to abstract and/or validate CPT and ICD-10 coding for
inpatient and outpatient professional services. The coder will
ensure that medical records are coded in an accurate and timely
manner as well as work closely with physicians and APPs to
consistently and accurately translate clinical documentation and
medical records into ICD-9 and CPT codes. Through these efforts,
the individual within this role will identify and report error
patterns, resolve errors or issues associated with coding and
billing processes, and when necessary, assist in the design and
implementation of workflow changes to reduce billing errors.Job
Responsibilities:* Review clinical documentation in order to assign
diagnostic and procedural codes for inpatient and outpatient
medical records according to the appropriate classification system*
Ensures accurate, timely, and appropriate assignment of ICD-10,
CPT/HCPCS, and modifiers for the purposes of billing, internal and
external reporting, research, and compliance with regulatory and
payer guidelines* Monitors documentation turnaround time and
productivity, and follows up on deferred accounts or with
physicians and other clinical staff as needed* May be tasked with
generating reports and/or analyzing data related to evaluation and
management code utilization, CPT code application, denials,
reimbursement per contracted terms, etc.* Provides coding feedback
to providers, clinical department leadership, and revenue cycle
team* Assist coding educators with education regarding
documentation improvement* Escalate coding and documentation issues
to revenue cycle leadership, and assist facilitating corrective
action plans* Assists with design and implementation of workflow
updates and coding tools* Support denial team on coding related
denials* Special projects as assignedJob Requirements:* Certified
Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist- Physician
Based (CCS-P) required; Certified Professional Medical Auditor
(CPMA) and/or Surgical Coding certifications preferred.* In lieu of
CPC or CCS-P certification we will consider, Registered Health
Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information
Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
certification in conjunction with applicable physician coding
experience, including evaluation & management (E/M) and surgical
coding experience.* A minimum of two (2) years of coding
experience, Prior experience in an academic institution preferred*
Knowledge of federal, state, and payer-specific regulations and
policies pertaining to documentation, coding, and billing, with
demonstrated ability to interpret such guidelines.* Demonstrates an
advanced knowledge and skill in analyzing patient records to
identify non-conformances in CPT, ICD-10-CM and HCPCS code
assignment by passing a department administered coding proficiency
test.* Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning and performs
as a role model to other coding staff.* Experience working in a
Teaching Hospital setting preferred.* Strong communication and
organizational skills.* Proficient in Excel, Word, Data Entry,
computerized health care billing software knowledge, experience in
Epic Ambulatory a plusRush University Medical Center is an Equal
Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages all applicants to
apply regardless of age, race, sex, religion, color, national
origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity and/or expression, marital or parental status, ancestry,
citizenship status, pregnancy or other reason prohibited by
law.
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