Coder I – Technical - Pittsburgh, PA

VetJobs; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Coder I – Technical to join their remote inpatient coding team. This entry-level position involves coding diagnoses and procedures for UPMC facilities, requiring attention to detail and knowledge of medical coding standards. Ideal for those looking to start a career in coding, the role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent required.
• Completed an AHIMA or AACP-certified Coding program.
• Knowledge of Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology essential.

Responsibilities

• Code all diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM and PCS codes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of coding before submission.
• Participate in coding meetings and maintain continuing education.

Skills

Attention to detail

Medical Terminology

ICD-10-CM Coding

ICD-CM-PCS Coding

Education

High School or GED equivalent

AHIMA or AACP-certified Coding program

Job description

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Job Description

On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, thank you for your interest. We are assisting our partnering company, listed below, with this position. It is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow for next steps.

Job ID: 6898361600

Status: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Shift: Day Job

Facility: Corporate Revenue Cycle

Department: Rev Cyc Coding

Location: Work From Home, US-

Union Position: No

Salary Range: $ 19.0-29.02 USD

UPMC is hiring several Coder I- Technical roles to join our inpatient coding team! This position will work during daylight business hours, Monday through Friday. The position will work fully remote! The position assigns ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-CM-PCS procedure codes for all UPMC inpatient facilities.

Are you looking to start your career in coding? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Code all diagnoses and procedures by assigning and verifying the proper ICD-10-CM and PCS codes. Assign the principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures by thoroughly reviewing all documentation available at the time of coding.

Determine diagnoses that were treated, monitored and evaluated and procedures done during the episode of care and assign appropriate codes.

Review appropriate documents in the patients’ charts to accurately assign a diagnosis and/or procedure.

Ensure the diagnoses and procedures are sequenced in order of their clinical significance to accurately assign the appropriate MS-DRG/APR-DRG or payment tier under the Prospective Payment to elicit appropriate reimbursement upholding all rules of compliant coding.

Review coding for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to billing system utilizing CCI edits. Utilize official coding guidelines, principles and AHA Coding Clinics to assign the appropriate ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for all inpatient record types to ensure accurate reimbursement.

Identify incomplete documentation in the medical record to recommend a physician query to obtain missing documentation and/or clarification to accurately complete the coding process, adhering to standard query practices.

Meet appropriate coding productivity and quality standards within the time frame established by management staff.

Adhere to internal department policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes. Actively participate in monthly coding meetings and share ideas and suggestions for operational improvements. Maintain continuing education by attending seminars, and updated coding clinics and other references.

Complete work assignments in a timely manner and understand the workflow of the department including routing cases appropriately in the electronic systems. Complete a non-coding time productivity sheet as required/applicable.

Refer problem accounts to appropriate coding or management personnel for resolution.

Utilize computer applications and resources essential to completing the coding process efficiently, such as hospital information systems, EHR information systems, encoders and electronic medical record repositories. If applicable, abstract required medical and demographic information from the medical record and enter the data into the appropriate information system to ensure accuracy of the database.

Qualifications

High School or GED equivalent.

Completed an AHIMA or AACP-certified Coding program or certificate, Bidwell Training School or equivalent program.

Curriculum includes Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, ICD-9-CM/ICD 10 and CPT Coding Guidelines and Procedures.

Six Months Of Hospital Coding Experience Preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Auto req ID

446664BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job Description

On behalf of VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs, thank you for your interest. We are assisting our partnering company, listed below, with this position. It is open to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow for next steps.

Job ID: 6898361600

Status: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Shift: Day Job

Facility: Corporate Revenue Cycle

Department: Rev Cyc Coding

Location: Work From Home, US-

Union Position: No

Salary Range: $ 19.0-29.02 USD

UPMC is hiring several Coder I- Technical roles to join our inpatient coding team! This position will work during daylight business hours, Monday through Friday. The position will work fully remote! The position assigns ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and ICD-CM-PCS procedure codes for all UPMC inpatient facilities.

Are you looking to start your career in coding? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Code all diagnoses and procedures by assigning and verifying the proper ICD-10-CM and PCS codes. Assign the principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures by thoroughly reviewing all documentation available at the time of coding.

Determine diagnoses that were treated, monitored and evaluated and procedures done during the episode of care and assign appropriate codes.

Review appropriate documents in the patients’ charts to accurately assign a diagnosis and/or procedure.

Ensure the diagnoses and procedures are sequenced in order of their clinical significance to accurately assign the appropriate MS-DRG/APR-DRG or payment tier under the Prospective Payment to elicit appropriate reimbursement upholding all rules of compliant coding.

Review coding for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to billing system utilizing CCI edits. Utilize official coding guidelines, principles and AHA Coding Clinics to assign the appropriate ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for all inpatient record types to ensure accurate reimbursement.

Identify incomplete documentation in the medical record to recommend a physician query to obtain missing documentation and/or clarification to accurately complete the coding process, adhering to standard query practices.

Meet appropriate coding productivity and quality standards within the time frame established by management staff.

Adhere to internal department policies and procedures to ensure efficient work processes. Actively participate in monthly coding meetings and share ideas and suggestions for operational improvements. Maintain continuing education by attending seminars, and updated coding clinics and other references.

Complete work assignments in a timely manner and understand the workflow of the department including routing cases appropriately in the electronic systems. Complete a non-coding time productivity sheet as required/applicable.

Refer problem accounts to appropriate coding or management personnel for resolution.

Utilize computer applications and resources essential to completing the coding process efficiently, such as hospital information systems, EHR information systems, encoders and electronic medical record repositories. If applicable, abstract required medical and demographic information from the medical record and enter the data into the appropriate information system to ensure accuracy of the database.

Qualifications

High School or GED equivalent.

Completed an AHIMA or AACP-certified Coding program or certificate, Bidwell Training School or equivalent program.

Curriculum includes Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, ICD-9-CM/ICD 10 and CPT Coding Guidelines and Procedures.

Six Months Of Hospital Coding Experience Preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Auto req ID

446664BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Medical

City*

Pittsburgh

State*

Pennsylvania

Job Code

Medic Medical

Affiliate Sponsor

UPMC

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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