Coding Representative (Remote-eligible)

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote eligibility after training

Part-time schedule

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care in Coralville, IA seeks a part-time Inpatient Medical Coder (Coding Representative) to review medical records and assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses and ICD-10-PCS procedures for hospital inpatient stays. Remote eligibility is available after training; initial on-site or virtual training will occur.

Responsibilities include meeting productivity and accuracy targets, identifying improvement opportunities, and generating reports.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of hospital inpatient ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding.
• Bachelor's in HIM or equivalent with professional certification.
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review medical records to assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses and ICD-10-PCS codes for inpatient stays.
• Adopt and incorporate initiatives to improve compliance and reduce risks.
• Prepare work lists and reports; communicate with providers and staff.

Skills

Medical terminology

ICD-10-CM coding

ICD-10-PCS coding

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Health Information Management

RHIA or RHIT or CCS/CCSP/CPC cert

Tools

Epic

3M DRG encoder

Job description

University of Iowa Health Care, Department of Health Information Management, Coding and Abstracting Division is seeking an individual to join our team as a part-timeInpatient Medical Coder (Coding Representative) – Remote Eligibletoreview medical records to assign accurate and complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes for hospital inpatient stays. Adopt and incorporate initiatives that improve compliance and reduce risks to the institution.

University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

Position Responsibilities

• Review medical record documentation to assign accurate and complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes for hospital surgical services, in accordance with ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines, regulatory guidelines, and coding compliance policies.
• Adopt and incorporate initiatives that improve compliance and reduce risks to the institution.

This position is eligible to participate in remote work and applicants who wish to work remote will be considered. Training will be held either on-site or virtually from the Hospital Support Services building at a length determined by the supervisor. Remote eligibility will be evaluated upon satisfactory training. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location .

Key Areas of Responsibilities

Patient Revenue Management -Review medical record documentation to assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes consistent with coding compliance policies, Official Coding Guidelines and regulatory guidelines.

Operations and Performance Standards -Meet targets set by supervisor regarding productivity and accuracy. Identify trends and submit them to supervisor with opportunities for improvement. Identify potential process improvements including denial management. Contribute to new tools and processes that address underlying causes of incorrect payment.

Reporting -Prepare work list reports and other reports as directed.

Communication/Training -Communicate with providers, co-workers, supervisors and departments to resolve issues. May assist with or provide training to providers regarding documentation requirements. Participate in internal training.

Classification Title: Coding Representative

Department: Health Information Management

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday. Set schedule Mon.-Fri, negotiable 20 hours per week

• Regular salaried position located in Coralville, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

For questions or additional information, please contact: Marian Biggins at 319-678-7711 or [e-mail]

For application questions, please contact: [e-mail]

Education Required

Bachelor’s degree program in Health Information Management from AHIMA or medical coding certification program from AAPC and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of hospital inpatient ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS medical coding
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Must be proficient in computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft Office)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with accuracy to achieve or exceed organizational and individual performance goals
• Professional experience working effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives

Certifications

• Requires health information management certification such as RHIA or RHIT or coding certification (i.e. CCS, CCSP, CPC) through a nationally recognized credentialing body (i.e. AHIMA or AAPC)
  • Must receive full certification within six months of hire

Desirable Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with hospital inpatient ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS medical coding
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge, understanding and experience with CMS regulations and industry standards
• Knowledge and experience utilizing Epic, 3M (or equivalent) MS DRG/APR DRG encoder/analyzer software

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.For questions, contact Marian Biggins at [e-mail].

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• Classification Title: Coding Representative
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Part-time
• Work Modality Options: Remote within Iowa

Compensation

• Starting Salary Minimum: 22500.00

Contact Information

• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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