IP/OP Coding Specialist

Savista, LLC; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Savista, LLC in Georgia is seeking a Coding Specialist III to manage coding for inpatient hospital-based claims and physician visits, assigning ICD-10-CM, PCS, EM levels, and CPT codes. You will validate MS-DRG and APC assignments, abstract clinical data, and resolve various coding edits while supporting up to two client assignments and participating in client and Savista meetings.

The role requires an active AHIMA or AAPC credential and recent coding experience; you will be evaluated on

Qualifications

• An active AHIMA credential or an active AAPC credential.
• One year of relevant coding experience for the specified patient type in the last six months.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient visits.
• Assign ICD-10-CM codes, EM levels, and CPT codes for physician visits.
• Validate MS-DRG or APC assignments as applicable.
• Abstract clinical data and scrubber edits as needed.
• Participate in client and Savista meetings and training.
• Maintain current working knowledge of coding conventions at client assignments.

Skills

AHIMA credential

AAPC credential

Inpatient coding

EM/PCS coding

Pre-employment tests

Job description

Here at Savista, we enable our clients to navigate the biggest challenges in healthcare: quality clinical care with positive patient experiences and optimal financial results. We partner with healthcare organizations to problem solve and deliver revenue cycle improvement services that enable their success, support their patients, and nurture their communities, all while living our values of Commitment, Authenticity, Respect and Excellence (CARE).Job Purpose:The Coding Specialist III can maintain up to two concurrent client assignments:For each client, the Coding Specialist III reviews documentation to code diagnoses and procedures for inpatient hospital-based claims and data needs. For both professional and technical claims and data needs, the Coding Specialist III reviews clinical documentation to code diagnoses, EM level, and surgical CPT codes. Additionally, this role also validates MS-DRG and APC calculations, abstracts clinical data, mitigates diagnosis, EM level, surgical CPT, and/or PCS coding-related claims scrubber edits, and may interact with client staff and providers.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Assigns either ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient visits or assigns ICD-10 CM codes, professional and technical EM levels, and surgical CPT codes for physician visits at commercially reasonable production rates and at a consistent 95% or greater quality level.Validates either MS-DRG or APC assignments, as applicable.Abstracts clinical data appropriately.Mitigates either hospital inpatient coding-related claims scrubber edits or professional and technical coding-related claims scrubber edits.Tolerates short-term assignments for up to two different clients.Participates in client and Savista meetings and training sessions as instructed by management.Maintains an ongoing current working knowledge of the coding convention in play at client assignments.Performs other related duties as required.Minimum Qualifications:An active AHIMA (American Health Information Association) credential or an active AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) credentialOne year of relevant, productive coding experience for the specific patient type being hired and within the last six monthsPassing score of 80% on specific pre-employment tests assignedNote: Savista is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $28.00 - $33.00 an hour. However, specific compensation for the role will vary within the above range based on many factors including but not limited to geographic location, candidate experience, applicable certifications, and skills.SAVISTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, age, veteran status, disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, gender identity or any other federal, state or local protected class.California Job Candidate Notice