Job Description
OUR MISSION
All of us, for each of you, every time.
OUR VISION
Together, serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.
OUR VALUES
Listen~Love~Respect~Excel~Innovate
At Samaritan Healthcare we are dedicated to providing healthcare services to the
community that we serve. We are committed to providing the very best work
environment for our professionals and the very best care to our patients.
Samaritan Healthcare is searching for a Coder to join our team! The Certified
Medical Coder will be responsible for reviewing all medical record information
to extract data and apply appropriate diagnoses and procedure codes for billing,
internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance. Accurately
codes conditions and procedures as documented in the Official Guidelines for
Coding and Reporting. Acts as a coding resource for team members as well as
medical staff, ensuring coding practices fall with the established compliance
guidelines for ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT & HCPCS according to American Medical
Association (AMA) and CMS. Assigning codes utilizing an electronic encoder
application in accordance with the practice policy and regulatory guidelines. We
are searching for an experienced facility coder with preference to Certified
Coding Specialist (CCS).
This is a full-time remote position that will be required to come onsite for
onboarding and equipment pick-up (2 DAYS ONLY). This position is a full-time
role working Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Ability to extract and assign ICD-10CM/PCS, CPT, Modifiers and HCPCS codes
per coding guidelines.
2. Performs ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding and abstracting, and transmit
abstracts as required.
3. Codes all records based on documentation, following coding guidelines,
payer regulations and ethics.
4. Ability to research Coding Clinics.
5. Assists with coding audits from payor and RAC audits providing rebuttal
letters if needed.
6. Apply knowledge of coding rules, review and resolve CCI/LCD/NCD’s and
modifier edits.
7. Work with Revenue Integrity & Compliance on audits and coding questions.
8. Effectively uses software and/or coding resources to verify coding
accuracy.
9. Provides feedback to providers using authorized methods as directed by
department policy. Such as physician queries for incomplete/contradictory
diagnosis or greater specificity.
10. Works with clinical staff to resolve coding issues and related problems.
11. Participates in educational activities as requested (i.e. attending
meetings with coding auditors or completing assigned education).
12. Reviews accounts and charges in EPIC, Cerner, or Meditech EHR systems.
13. Maintains confidentiality of the medical record, reports and Samaritan
business
14. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops
and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of
expertise.
15. Perform general office and clerical duties (i.e. answer phones, distribute
mail and maintain general office supplies). Operates office equipment.
16. Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and
policies. This includes, but is not limited to: security and safety,
understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe
lifting and body mechanics.
17. Ensures self-compliance with organization policies and procedures as well
as labor agreements.
18. Ensures the interface with team members and other support groups is
conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive with the
organization’s values.
19. Conducts self in a professional manner and ensures personal appearance
meets the standards necessary to perform the job function while
representing the organization.
20. Ensures that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management,
be handled in a manner necessary to meet organizational standards.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The professional in this position reports to the Manager of Health Information
Management. This position works closely with clinical professionals and other
healthcare professionals in order to provide high quality services to all
customers.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
* Education:
- 1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associates degree preferred.
* Certification:
1. RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CPC, CPC-H, CPC-A or CCA.
* Experience:
1. 1. Minimum of 1 year experience coding.
* Skills/Competencies:
1. Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT coding, medical terminology, and insurance
billing.
2. Understanding of DRG’s for Inpatient Facility coding positions desired.
3. Training and/ or experience in Medical Terminology
4. Anatomy and Physiology classes
5. Experience with EPIC EHR desired.
6. Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
7. Excellent customer service skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Occasional standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending,
stooping, pushing and pulling. Light physical effort, ability to lift up to
10 lbs.
2. Ability to communicate using verbal and/or written skills for accurate
exchange of information with physicians, nurses, health care professionals,
patients and/or family, and the public.
As a Samaritan professional, you will be asked to carry out the Mission, Vision,
Values, and Strategy of Samaritan, personifying service and operational
excellence including the creation and maintenance of the best patient,
professional, physician, and student experience.
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Remote work, Monday to Friday