HIM Coder Certified, PRN, Remote

Amberwell Health; Atchison (KS); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Amberwell Health in Atchison, KS, is seeking a detail-oriented Health Information Management professional to ensure accurate coding of patient records. Responsibilities include coding discharges and ensuring compliance with AHIMA standards. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma and relevant certifications.

This role accommodates a PRN schedule with the opportunity for part-time and full-time hours. Candidates must demonstrate coding experience and knowledge of medical terminology. Amberwell Health values adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma plus AHIMA credential.
• Two years of coding and abstracting experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of Prospective Payment Systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and abstract patient medical records.
• Perform coding duties using ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Ensure code assignments are supported by provider documentation.
• Abide by AHIMA standards of ethical coding.

Skills

Knowledge of ICD-10 CM/PCS coding

Compliance with HIPAA

Experience with medical terminology

Coding quality and compliance auditing

Good communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)

Tools

PC

3M encoding systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Amberwell Atchison - Atchison, KS 66002

Position Type: PRN (As needed - no set schedule)

Education Level: Other

Travel Percentage: Periodic - As Needed

Job Shift: PRN - As Needed, no set Shift

Job Category: Health Information Management

Shift Days/Hours

Remote Position

Part-Time: 20-32 Hours per Week

Full-Time: 40 Hours per Week, Monday through Sunday.

PRN: As needed.

Hours and Days are Subject to change based on business necessity.

Exposure to Hazards

According to OSHA standards, this position is classified as low risk with little or no risk of exposure.

Equipment Used

Computer, Copier, Fax Machine, Phone and Printer

BASIC FUNCTION

Reviews patient records and assigns accurate codes for each diagnosis and procedure on the accounts assigned to coder. Applies knowledge of medical terminology, disease processes, and pharmacology. Demonstrates tested data quality and integrity skills. Performs chart verification as assigned. Performs final chart reviews as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Review and abstract patient medical records. Report diagnoses, treatments, as well as surgical and non-surgical procedures for CAH facility medical services.
• Perform coding duties of discharged patient medical records using AHA Coding Clinic for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS, AHA Coding Clinic for HCPCS, CMS ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, AMA CPT Assistant, and ACEP ED Facility Level Coding Guidelines.
• Correctly assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes creating APG group assignments.
• Abide by the standards of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Standards of Ethical Coding. Concerns involving compliance issues are forwarded to the Manager of HIM for action.
• Abide by the standards of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Code of Ethics. Concerns involving compliance issues are forwarded to the Manager of HIM for action.
• Apply accurate charges.
• Queries physicians when documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
• Report unusual findings to the supervisor when coding.
• Ensure code assignment is supported by provider documentation.
• Maintain professional competency and knowledge of third- party payer and QIO regulations.
• Compliant with HIPPA, demonstrates discretion and integrity.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: A minimum of high school diploma plus successful obtainment and maintenance of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) credentialCertified Coding Specialist (CCS) and/or CSS-P, Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). Knowledge of and demonstrated appropriate use of ICD 10, ICD 10 PCS, and CPT coding. AAPC credential of CPC also acceptable.
• Experience: Two years of coding and abstracting experience in ICD-9 CM/ ICD10-CM and PCS, DRGs and CPT including modifiers and APCs.
• Certificates, License, Registrations: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), CCS-P, Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the related Prospective payment systems (PPSs) and CAH payment methodology; Broad knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions; Knowledge of ancillary testing (laboratory, X-ray, EKG); Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology; Understanding of coding practices and guidelines; Experience with PC, 3M encoding systems; Auditing skills for coding quality and compliance; Strong process management skills; Good communications skills in working with the public as well as co-workers; Basic Knowledge of MS Excel. Maintain compliance with HIPAA and patient confidentiality.

PHYSICAL

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, or negligible constantly. Walking or standing to a significant degree or sitting constantly and pushing/pulling controls.

INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Supervision Received: HIM Manager

Supervision Exercised: None

Other: Hospital personnel, medical staff, other medical facility personnel, some public/patients