Outpatient HIM Coder

Crouse Health; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Tuition Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Job summary

Crouse Health in Syracuse, NY is seeking an Outpatient HIM Coder for the Health Information Management department. This full-time day shift role requires accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT coding of outpatient records, compliance with guidelines, and data abstraction.

The position offers a 7:30am-4:00pm schedule, competitive pay from $26.52 to $42.17 hourly, and benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K, plus opportunities for credential maintenance.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must read electronic records and be computer savvy.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes approved outpatient coding guidelines, appropriate computer software, department policies and procedures, and other pertinent resource materials to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes which accurately reflect documented diagnoses and procedures.
• Accurately assigns diagnoses, charges (designated service lines only), and CPT in accordance to documentation and coding guidelines to all OP records.
• Monitors and accurately works medical necessity and CCI edits accordingly on all OP encounters.
• Accurately abstracts record data into a computerized system as required for coding and billing compliance, SPARCS data collection and needs of internal customers.
• Learns and utilizes appropriate computer software associated with the coding function.
• Works to achieve coding quality and productivity standards.
• Maintains appropriate credentials and CE credits. Including self-study/education as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality when dealing with patient medical information.
• Identifies the needs of cultural differences when dealing with the medical staff, outside public and customers.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Reading electronic records

Computer savvy

Education

RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/CCA or eligible

Job description

Health Information Management - 157

Syracuse, NY

Non Clinical

Full-Time, Days, 7:30am-4:00pm

Since 1887, Crouse Health has been a leading healthcare provider in Central New York. We’ve combined a family-friendly culture with a passion to provide the best care, which creates an environment where both patients and team members feel valued. Crouse Health offers a full range of general and specialty care, inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community health education and outreach programs.

Crouse Health is hiring an Outpatient HIM Coder.

Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 7:30am-4:00pm

Pay Range: $26.52 - $42.17 / hour

Outpatient HIM Coder Position Responsibilities

• Utilizes approved outpatient coding guidelines, appropriate computer software, department policies and procedures, and other pertinent resource materials to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes which accurately reflect documented diagnoses and procedures.
• Accurately assigns diagnoses, charges (designated service lines only), and CPT in accordance to documentation and coding guidelines to all OP records.
• Monitors and accurately works medical necessity and CCI edits accordingly on all OP encounters.
• Accurately abstracts record data into a computerized system as required for coding and billing compliance, SPARCS data collection and needs of internal customers.
• Learns and utilizes appropriate computer software associated with the coding function.
• Works to achieve coding quality and productivity standards.
• Maintains appropriate credentials and CE credits. Including self-study/education as needed.
• Maintains confidentiality when dealing with patient medical information.
• Identifies the needs of cultural differences when dealing with the medical staff, outside public and customers.
• Required to report on site as requested.
• Assumes other duties as assigned by department leadership.

Outpatient HIM Coder Position Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess any one of the following accredited health information management program credentials: RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CPC/CCA or have eligibility for credentialing in-process.
• RHIT/RHIA eligible employees must become certified within 1 year of graduating from their respective program.
• All candidates must take and pass a coding test at the time of interview. Test administered by Human Resources.
• Must be able to read electronic records and be computer savvy.
• Must be a team player, multi-tasker and strong organization skills.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, and 401K.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Tuition Assistance and Workforce Development Opportunities.
• Crouse Health Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts on any Inpatient or Outpatient service, hospital cafeteria and pharmacy, and certain retailers.
• YMCA Subsidy program.
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