Coder (Certified) - Inpatient -PRN -ROC

Universal Health Services; Edinburg (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services seeks a remote inpatient coder to ensure DRG accuracy and timely ICD-10-CM/PCS coding. You will collaborate with the Coding Manager, CDI team, Business Office and Case Management to maintain high standards.

Responsibilities include inpatient coding and DRG validation, outpatient coding awareness, and using the 3M Encoder. AHIMA/AAPC certification and inpatient experience preferred; must have a reliable home internet connection.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of coding experience (inpatient preferred).
• Advanced training in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT and APC.
• Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology knowledge.
• Strong computer skills and ability to read medical reports.
• Ability to work remotely with a home internet connection and privacy-compliant workspace.
• Commitment to the Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient records and assign/validate DRGs.
• Maintain knowledge of outpatient coding as needed.
• Use 3M Encoder to classify records according to ICD-10-CM/PCS.
• Collaborate with Coding Manager/Supervisor, CDI team, Business Office and Case Management.

Skills

Coding experience 3-5 yrs

Advanced coding training

Medical terminology

Computer skills

Medical report interpretation

Remote work ability

Compliance awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

AHIMA/CCS/CCA or AAPC Certification

Medical Records/coding degree preferred

Tools

3M Encoder

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs the functions of all services of IP coding. Responsible and accountable for coding and DRG accuracy, timeliness of coding, and utilization of systems used to perform coding functions. Maintains relationship with Coding Manager/Supervisor, CDI team, Business Office and Case Management staff. Performs primary function of coding inpatient records, to include DRG assignment and validation. Maintains knowledge of outpatient coding and other areas to assist as needed. Utilizes the 3M Encoder to code and classify accurately all medical records according to ICD-10-CM/PCS. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills.

Qualifications

• Three to Five years coding experience required (Inpatient preferred)
• Advanced training in medical coding (ICD10-CM/PCS, CPT and APC).
• Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to read medical reports, interpret lab values pertinent to coding diagnoses, abstract pertinent information from records and to provide meaningful information by telephone or letter in replying to inquiries.
• Ability to work remotely. Must provide high speed internet at place of residence at the expense of the employee, with a work area that is in adherence to privacy and security policies and procedures.
• Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

Education / Licensure

• High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required.
• Certification: AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA; or AAPC Coding Certification required.
• Degree (Medical Records or Healthcare related field) or Coding Education Certificate from an accredited vocational school/college preferred.

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