Inpatient Coder II (UTICA, NY, US, 13502)

What’s Upstate; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 31,684 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

What’s Upstate is seeking an Inpatient Coder II located in Utica, NY, to enhance documentation and revenue cycle operations. This role involves assigning ICD codes, auditing charges, and collaborating with medical providers to ensure proper coding.

The ideal candidate will have an AS degree in Health Information Management and at least 1 year of experience. Certification such as RHIA or RHIT is required. The position offers part-time hours with a pay range of $23 to $35 hourly.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as an inpatient coder.
• Knowledge/understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits.
• Certification required: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, or CIC.

Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes for accurate billing.
• Audit charges and establish coding with providers.
• Respond to Insurance and compliance denials.

Skills

Knowledge of EMR

Coding Software

Microsoft Office

Good Oral and Written Communication

Education

AS in Health Information Management or equivalent

BS in Health Information Management (preferred)

Tools

Epic

3M software

Job description

Inpatient CODER II

Department: CODING

Job Summary

The Medical Records Coder II will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system-10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS.

Core Job Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer
• Audit charges and establish proper coding in collaboration with providers
• Initiate and follow up on queries with providers
• Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding
• Respond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denials
• Review and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• AS in Health Information Management, a related degree or equivalent experience
• 1 year of experience as an inpatient coder.
• Knowledge of EMR, Coding Software, and Microsoft Office
• Knowledge/understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits
• Good Oral and Written Communication.

PREFERRED:

• BS in Health Information Management
• Knowledge of Epic and 3M software.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, or CIC certification

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 97523
Department CODING
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 4.00
FTE 0.5
Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION
Employee Status A5 - Regular Part-Time (975 hours per year or more)
Union Non-Union
Pay Range $23 - $35 hourly

Nearest Major Market: Utica