Coder Level II - HIM

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks a Coder Level II to apply ICD-10-CM and CPT codes to outpatient Emergency Care Center/Fast Track accounts. The role supports multiple outpatient coding areas and requires knowledge of Medical Necessity for Medicare targeted tests.

Remote work is offered; candidates should meet AHIMA productivity benchmarks and maintain high accuracy. Prior ED coding experience and appropriate credentials are preferred.

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.
• One of the following experience/credential options: a minimum of two years ED experience (technical and professional) or a minimum of one year ED coding plus one year in Ancillary/Clinic/OB-GYN/Medical Necessity/SNF with CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA credentials.
• Ability to achieve and maintain at least 93% accuracy while meeting AHIMA productivity benchmarks.
• Interpersonal skills needed to interact with Medical Staff and staff from various departments.
• If already in CodER Level I and training to Level II, eligible for Level II pay rate after training on ED coding.

Responsibilities

• Apply ICD-10-CM diagnostic and CPT procedure codes to outpatient Emergency Care Center/Fast Track accounts.
• Proficient in at least one other area of outpatient coding (e.g., Ancillary Services, Clinics, OB-GYN, Medical Necessity, SNF).
• Work under supervision following hospital and department policies and procedures.
• Age-appropriate care considerations as applicable.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & Physiology

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Medical Necessity

Emergency Department coding

AHIMA credentials (CCS/CCS-P/RHIT/RHIA

Education

High School Diploma

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. High School Diploma required.
• 2. Successful completion of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology classes.
• 3. Working knowledge of ICD-10CM and CPT coding guidelines and conventions.
• 4. Understanding of Medical Necessity for Medicare targeted tests.
• 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. Ability to achieve and maintain at least a 93% accuracy level while meeting AHIMA productivity benchmarks for assigned primary coding duties.
• 7. Work requires a moderate level of interpersonal skills to interact with the Medical Staff, co-workers, and staff from various departments.
• 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.