IP/OP Coding Specialist

savista; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Savista is seeking a Coding Specialist III to manage up to two concurrent client assignments with a focus on accurate ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding across inpatient and physician visits. You will support MS-DRG/APC validation and ensure high-quality data abstraction in line with client needs.

The role emphasizes staying current with coding conventions, tackling scrubs edits, and participating in client and internal trainings. Remote options are not specified.

Qualifications

• AHIMA or AAPC credential is required.
• At least 1 year of relevant coding experience for the specified patient type (within the last 6 months).
• Passing score of 80% on pre-employment tests.

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for inpatient visits and ICD-10-CM, CPT codes for physician visits.
• Validate MS-DRG or APC assignments as applicable.
• Abstract clinical data accurately for coding records.
• Mitigate hospital or professional coding-related scrubber edits.
• Participate in client and Savista meetings and trainings.
• Maintain current knowledge of coding conventions used at client sites.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Education

AHIMA or AAPC credential

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 that are short-term in nature.

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) credential
• One year of relevant, productive coding experience for the specific patient type being hired and within the last six months
• Passing score of 80% on specific pre-employment tests assigned

Note: 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.

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