Remote Outpatient Coding Specialist II: Precision & Impact

University Hospitals; Shaker Heights (OH); Remote; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

UHHS Coding Department

Zusammenfassung

University Hospitals is seeking a dedicated Medical Billing / Coding professional to accurately code moderately complex encounters in compliance with CMS regulations and hospital guidelines. This role supports diagnostic and procedural coding for various encounters, including same-day surgeries, ED, and observations, while maintaining productivity and adherence to UHHS standards.

Responsibilities include ensuring optimal CPT and related assignments, resolving coding edits, and participating in

Qualifikationen

• Medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology knowledge (Required proficiency).
• Detail-oriented and organized, with good analytic and problem solving ability. (Required proficiency).
• Self-motivated with ability to function independently and as a team player in a fast-paced environment. (Required proficiency).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. (Required proficiency).
• Demonstrated ability to use PCs, Microsoft Office suite, and general office equipment. Must be able to proficiently work within multiple systems. (Required proficiency).

Aufgaben

• Reviews moderately complex medical records to identify sequence, code diagnoses and procedures according to established coding, CMS and hospital guidelines.
• Responsible for accurately coding hospital same day surgery, observations, ancillary, ED encounters and/or professional services.
• Ensures optimal CPT, ASC, APC, APG assignment as applicable.
• Understanding and ability to resolve coding specific edits such as CCI, LCD, NCD, and MUE.
• Supports OP Clinical Documentation Improvement program.
• Maintains productivity and quality rate according to established standards.
• Works within UH Billing time frames.
• Maintains coding knowledge and skills via written coding resources, clinical information and educational webinars. Maintains knowledge of guidelines and regulations affecting the UHHS Coding Department. Maintains up to date credentials.
• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

Kenntnisse

Medical terminology

Detail-oriented

Team player

Communication skills

PC proficiency

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree in HIM (Preferred)

Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Jobbeschreibung

University Hospitals is seeking a dedicated Medical Billing / Coding professional to accurately code moderately complex encounters in compliance with CMS regulations and hospital guidelines. This role supports diagnostic and procedural coding for various encounters, including same-day surgeries, ED, and observations, while maintaining productivity and adherence to UHHS standards.

Responsibilities include ensuring optimal CPT and related assignments, resolving coding edits, and participating in