Coder I - Ancillary & Claim Edits (Remote)

Lensa; Livonia (MI); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Coder I - Ancillary & Claim Edits for a remote position. The candidate will code outpatient healthcare records, ensuring proper coding for claims and collaborating with clinical staff. Ideal candidates possess coding certifications and be comfortable in a 100% virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Certification in CCA, CPC, COC, RHIT, RHIA, or CCS required.
• One year acute care Outpatient coding experience required.
• Experience with Epic EMR and encoding software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review health records to assign ICD & CPT codes.
• Collaborate with medical staff for accurate coding.
• Investigate unbilled accounts and resolve issues.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Completion of AHIMA-approved coding program

Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology

Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management

Job description

Coder I - Ancillary & Claim Edits (Remote)

Coder I - Ancillary & Claim Edits (Remote)

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Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

The Coding Specialist I - Ancillary Coding & Claim Edits (Remote) is responsible for coding outpatient facility clinic and diagnostic healthcare records (lab, radiology, cardiology, bone density etc., and series which includes PT/OT/SP, infusion, radiation and wound care) by assigning the appropriate ICD-10-CM classification for valid diagnoses and validating CPT codes for procedures. This position also is responsible for Claim Edits and will review and respond to NCCI, OCE, LCD & NCD edits during the coding process.

The Remote Coder I - Ancillary Coding & Claim Edits is responsible for coding outpatient diagnostic (lab, radiology, cardiology, bone density etc., facility clinic and series which includes (PT/OT/SP, infusion, radiation, wound care) healthcare records by assigning the appropriate ICD-10-CM classification for valid diagnoses and validating CPT codes for procedures. This position also is responsible for Claim Edits and will review and respond to NCCI, OCE, LCD & NCD edits during the coding process. The coding information is used to determine APC’s (Ambulatory Payment Classification) for data quantitative analysis, quality research and claim submission. The Ancillary Remote Coding Specialist will use the EPIC and 3M software to identify appropriate codes and ensure the completeness of the coding record, investigate and track unbilled accounts, and work with appropriate resources to ensure timely filing/billing. Outpatient Surgery coding experience is helpful, but not required, as training can be provided based on experience. Infusion and Wound Care coding experience is preferred. 2 years coding experience preferred.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Reviews the Electronic Health Record to determine Principal diagnoses, Secondary diagnoses and significant procedures to assign appropriate ICD & CPT codes for data retrieval, research and reimbursement purposes.
• Uses 3M electronic encoder and electronic code book to determine appropriate coding guidelines.
• Abstract outpatient data into EPIC abstract for research projects, quality improvement studies, and statistical reporting.
• Utilizes 3M Audit Expert, NCCI & OCE edits, LCD’s & NCD’s to determine appropriateness and completeness of coding and health record documentation.
• Codes accounts on a timely basis by payor’s cut-off dates under the “Just-in-Time” philosophy.
• Investigates and tracks unbilled accounts in EPIC to determine reason for incomplete status and works with appropriate resources for completion.
• Collaborates with Medical Staff and Clinical Documentation Specialists to ensure that documentation in health record supports services provided-to accurately and compliantly assign codes.
• Collaborates with members of various ancillary departments to complete special projects, also may serve on both intradepartmental and interdepartmental committees and task forces.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of an AHIMA-approved coding program or an AAPC-approved coding program, or Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology or a related field or an equivalent combination of years of education and experience is required. Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or related healthcare field is preferred.

Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Procedural Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is required.

One (1) year of current acute care Outpatient coding experience is required.

Current experience utilizing encoding/grouping software or CAC is preferred. Epic EMR experience is preferred.

Ability to use a standard desktop/laptop, email and other Windows applications, if needed, Internet and web-based training tools preferred.

Strong oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment.

Ability to research, analyze and assimilate information from various sources based on technical and experience-based knowledge. Must exhibit critical thinking skills, strong problem- solving skills and the ability to prioritize workload.

Excellent organizational and customer service skills. Ability to perform frequent detailed tasks and provide productivity standard driven results. Ability to adapt to change and be flexible with work priorities and interruptions.

Must be comfortable functioning in a 100% virtual, collaborative, shared leadership environment. with minimal supervision and able to exercise independent judgement.

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Hourly Pay Range: $21.10 - $31.65

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so assigned.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran

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