Coder Level II - HIM

Vermont, Inc; Burlington (VT); À distance; USD 55 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont seeks a Coder Level II to apply ICD-10 CM and CPT codes to outpatient Emergency Care Center/Fast Track accounts. The role requires knowledge of Medical Necessity and at least one additional outpatient coding area, with remote work offered.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, completed medical terminology and anatomy/physiology courses, and relevant coding credentials (CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA) or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Successful completion of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology classes.
• Working knowledge of ICD-10CM and CPT coding guidelines and conventions.
• Understanding of Medical Necessity for Medicare targeted tests.
• Credential options: CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA preferred or required.
• Ability to maintain at least 93% accuracy while meeting AHIMA productivity benchmarks.

Responsabilités

• Apply ICD-10 CM diagnostic and CPT procedure codes to outpatient Emergency Care Center/Fast Track accounts.
• Proficiently code in at least one other outpatient area (e.g., Ancillary Services, Clinics, OB-GYN, Medical Necessity, SNF).
• Meet AHIMA productivity benchmarks and accuracy targets; interact with hospital staff as needed.

Connaissances

Medical terminology

Anatomy and physiology

ICD-10CM coding

CPT coding guidelines

Medical necessity

Formation

CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA credential

Description du poste

at The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont, United States

Job Description

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.
GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Manager, HIM (Coding) and following established hospital and Department policies and procedures, a Coder Level II will apply ICD-10 CM diagnostic and procedure codes as well as CPT procedure and Evaluation and Management codes to outpatient Emergency Care Center/Fast Track accounts. A Coder Level II will also be proficient in at least one other area of outpatient coding (ex. Ancillary Services, Clinics, OB-GYN, Medical Necessity, SNF). Position is remote.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Skills Required:

1. 1. High School Diploma required.
2. 2. Successful completion of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology classes.
3. 3. Working knowledge of ICD-10CM and CPT coding guidelines and conventions.
4. 4. Understanding of Medical Necessity for Medicare targeted tests.
5. 5. One of the following experience/credential options:
   • * A minimum of two years experience in Emergency Department (technical and profession).
   • * A minimum of one year experience in Emergency Department (technical and professional) coding -PLUS- a minimum of one year experience in Ancillary Services/Clinic/OB-GYN/Medical Necessity/SNF coding and CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA credential.
6. 6. Ability to achieve and maintain at least a 93% accuracy level while meeting AHIMA productivity benchmarks for assigned primary coding duties.
7. 7. Work requires a moderate level of interpersonal skills to interact with the Medical Staff, co-workers, and staff from various departments.
8. 8. If the candidate is already in a Coder Level I position and wishes to train up to a Coder Level II position they will be eligible for Coder Level II pay rate once they are released from training on Emergency Department coding (technical and professional). As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.

The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.