Senior Coder - Outpatient

Allegheny Health Network; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Medical Coding professional responsible for thorough medical record review, data abstraction, and accurate ICD-10-CM/CPT coding. The role emphasizes reducing days in accounts receivable and maintaining updated coding practices.

The successful candidate will interpret medical data, ensure accurate coding, and mentor others, while adhering to HIPAA and privacy policies. A strong understanding of coding guidelines and relevant certifications is important.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 5 years hospital/physician coding experience.
• 1 year coding across all specialties and service lines.
• Extensive knowledge in Trauma/Teaching/Observation guidelines.
• Completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
• Certifications (CCS, RHIT, RHIA, CCS-P, CPC, COC)
• Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret medical information to assign ICD-10-CM/CPT codes.
• Abstract data elements for statistical requests and input into designated system.
• Manage medical information and cash flow related to unbilled coding reports.
• Keep current with ICD-10-CM/CPT updates and training resources.
• Mentor and act as SME to others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Coding experience

5 years hospital/physician coding

ICD-10/CPT knowledge

Trauma/Teaching/Observation guidelines

Education

High School/GED

Associate's Degree

Coding courses in anatomy physiology medical terminology

CCS/RHIT/RHIA/CCS-P/CPC/COC certification

Tools

None

Job description

GENERAL OVERVIEW This job performs thorough medical record review to abstract medical and demographic data, interpret and apply diagnoses and procedures utilizing ICD and CPT coding systems and assists in decreasing the average accounts receivable days.

• Reviews and interprets medical information, physician treatment plans, course, and outcome to determine appropriate ICD-10 CM/CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures. (60%)
• Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests by the hospital, health system, medical staff, etc. and enters all coded/abstracted information into designated system. (15%)
• Ensures efficient management of medical information and cash flow as it pertains to the unbilled coding report. (10%)
• Keeps informed of the changes/updates in ICD-10 CM/CPT guidelines by attending appropriate training, reviewing coding clinics and other resources and implementing these updates in daily work. (5%)
• Acts as a mentor and subject matter expert to others. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required. (5%)

Company

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW This job performs thorough medical record review to abstract medical and demographic data, interpret and apply diagnoses and procedures utilizing ICD and CPT coding systems and assists in decreasing the average accounts receivable days.

Essential Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets medical information, physician treatment plans, course, and outcome to determine appropriate ICD-10 CM/CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures. (60%)
• Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests by the hospital, health system, medical staff, etc. and enters all coded/abstracted information into designated system. (15%)
• Ensures efficient management of medical information and cash flow as it pertains to the unbilled coding report. (10%)
• Keeps informed of the changes/updates in ICD-10 CM/CPT guidelines by attending appropriate training, reviewing coding clinics and other resources and implementing these updates in daily work. (5%)
• Acts as a mentor and subject matter expert to others. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required. (5%)

Qualifications

Minimum

• High School/GED
• 5 years of Hospital and/or Physician Coding
• 1 year of Coding - all specialties and service lines
• Extensive knowledge in Trauma/Teaching/Observation guidelines
• Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Any of the following
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
  • Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA)
  • Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)

Preferred

• Associate's Degree

Disclaimer

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Pay Range Minimum

$23.73

Pay Range Maximum

$37.14

Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations. The displayed salary range does not reflect any geographic differential Highmark may apply for certain locations based upon comparative markets.

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