Observation Coder - Facility
Full time/Part Time - Remote - 4-8 week project
Purpose
The primary responsibility of the Facility Observation Coder is to code ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, CPT, Modifiers & APC assignment and identify documentation improvement based on medical record documentation, as needed for various client projects.
Accountabilities
- Meet client deadlines
- Meet and exceed minimum productivity standards
- Pass quality reviews
Job Description
- Abstract all ICD-10-CM, CPT, Modifiers & APC assignment from the medical record documentation.
- Enter data into coding software and/or coding detail report.
- Provider recommendations to incorporate into the Executive Summary.
- Must be able to meet the minimum productivity standards.
- Must meet or exceed 95% accuracy rate on quality reviews.
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of completed report to clients.
- Enter time accurately and timely into our timekeeping system.
- Comply with policies regarding the use and disclosure of protected health information which includes accessing and using protected health information only to the extent necessary to fulfill the above-mentioned responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and standards related to health information and coding principles.
- Other duties as assigned
Experience and Education
- Must have one of the following current credentials, CPC, CCS or and/or CCS-P
- High level coding expertise in IPPS and/or OPPS.
- A minimum of three to five years’ experience required abstracting ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, Modifiers & APC assignment
- Requires advanced technical knowledge in specific surgical and medical specialties as assigned including Observations (including observations and observation for OB).
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology and ability to research coding related questions.
- Must have experience with data entry of codes into a database and/or software tool.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems. Must have 3M experience.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Observations coding (Facility Side): 3 years (Required)
- Level 1 Trauma Center Coding: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
Work Location: Remote