Senior Inpatient Coder-CCS

AECOM; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Coding Specialist IV to join their team in Baltimore, MD. The successful candidate will analyze complex clinical documentation for accurate coding, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. This position offers a salary range of $25.73 to $42.48 per hour based on experience. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for higher education in health information management and relevant coding credentials. Join a team dedicated to diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact on healthcare delivery.

Qualifications

• 5 years inpatient coding experience required.
• Active coding credential from AHIMA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret complex clinical documentation for coding.
• Ensure accurate and timely billing in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Organize work to meet deadlines and assess coding quality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Knowledge of coding guidelines

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates or higher degree in health information management

Job description

YOU BELONG HERE

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Employee and Dependent Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Our competitive Benefit Package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. You can explore the details of our benefits offering by visiting the following link: https://jhhs.mybenefitsjhhs.com/

Position Summary:

The Coding Specialist IV, under the supervision of the Coding Supervisor, Inpatient Coding analyzes and interprets the most complex clinical electronic health documentation by physician and applicable clinical support in compliance with AHA Coding Guidelines for purposes of reporting. Accurately applies federal, state and organizational regulatory guidelines for coding and abstraction of inpatient accounts. Maintains and increases personal knowledge and education for purposes of applying the guidelines. Utilizes computerized encoder and other systems to access multiple data bases in performance of duties. Ensures accurate and timely billing and reporting. Identifies and authors physician queries as required to clarify documentation for accurate code assignment and archiving of the physician responses to the electronic health record. Organizes and prioritizes work to meet deadlines and organizational goals. Participates in organizational activities to assess the quality of information captured and reported through the coding process. Able to apply coding practices across all facilities in accordance with regulatory guidelines and which may differ between states.

Education:

High school diploma or GED required. Associates or higher degree in health information management or healthcare related field preferred

Required Licensure, Certification, On-going Training:

• Active approved coding credential from AHIMA upon hire.

• Successful Completion of Pre-employment coding assessment.

Work Experience:

• External Applicants 5 years inpatient coding experience, academic experience preferred.
• Internal Applicants 5 years acute hospital inpatient coding experience, academic experience preferred, and at the discretion of leadership.

Salary Range: Minimum 25.73 per hour - Maximum 42.48 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

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