Medical Coder

Pena4 Inc; Minneapolis (MN); Remoto; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Pena4 Inc. seeks an Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS certified) for a 100% remote position. The role requires at least 5 years of IP PCS experience, CCS certification, and a full-time weekday schedule.

Start date is immediate with coding assessment tests. Experience with Cerner, PowerChart, 3M, and EPIC is preferred. Responsibilities include analyzing records, sequencing diagnoses and procedures, optimizing DRG assignments, and maintaining high accuracy and productivity while pursuing continuing

Qualificações

• Minimum 5 years of IP PCS coding experience.
• CCS certification is required.
• 3 years of OP coding experience preferred.
• W2 regular employment, 100% remote.
• Start date is immediate; coding assessment test required.

Responsabilidades

• Examine medical records to determine principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures.
• Accurately sequence diagnoses and procedures with high accuracy.
• Aim for optimal DRG assignments for each coded record.
• Maintain steady productivity and quality levels.
• Request additional information when needed for accurate coding.
• Stay current with coding guidelines and share updates with colleagues.
• Complete assignments as directed by management.
• Pursue continuing education opportunities in coding.
• Collaborate with team to meet department goals and client needs.
• Handle related duties or special projects as assigned.

Conhecimentos

IP PCS Coding

ICD-10-CM/PCS

DRG assignment

Team collaboration

Formação

CCS certification

Ferramentas

Cerner

PowerChart

3M

EPIC

Descrição da vaga

Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS certified)

Assignment Details:

• 100% REMOTE
• Position Type: W2 Regular Employment
• At least 5 years of IP PCS Coding experience, required
• At least 3 years OP, preferred
• CCS certificate is required.
• Schedule: Weekdays, full-time hours
• Shift: Regular day shift hours
• System Experience: Cerner | Power Chart | 3M | EPIC
• Start Date: Immediately
• To be considered, IP and/or OP assessment test will be required to complete and pass a coding assessment test.

Summary

IP/OP Coding Specialist demonstrates proficiency in coding all types of inpatient and outpatient accounts.

Utilizes International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM and PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and other coding references to ensure accurate coding.

Responsibilities:

• 1. Examines the complete medical record to accurately determine the principal & secondary diagnoses, procedures, and complications.
• 2. Accurately sequences diagnoses & procedures, maintains 95% accuracy.
• 3. Strives to obtain the optimal DRG assignments on each record coded with assistance of computer system.
• 4. Demonstrates a consistent level of performance; strives to maintain a steady level of productivity and quality.
• 5. Appropriately holds accounts when more information is required for accurate code/DRG assignment. Contact appropriate staff, leadership, or medical staff as needed.
• 6. Regularly reviews coding literature, keeps current on new or revised coding guidelines, shares information with colleagues, determined by colleagues’ feedback and supervisor observation.
• 7. Completes all assignments as directed by management in a conscientious and reliable manner.
• 8. Expresses interest in and pursues continuing education.
• 9. Works as a team member to meet department and client specific goals.
• 10. Performs all related duties or special projects as assigned/required.

This description is not intended to contain an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities that the coder may be required to complete. There may be other duties as assigned.