Hospital Coding Specialist I (Remote) Job at Marshfield Clinic Health System
Come work at a place where innovation and teamwork come together to support the most exciting missions in the world!
Job Title:
Hospital Coding Specialist I (Remote)
Cost Center:
101651098 HIM-Facility Coding
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Employee Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Mon-Fri; day shifts (United States of America)
Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY
The Hospital Coding Specialist I reviews clinical documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for billing, internal and external reporting, research and regulatory compliance activities. This individual will accurately code outpatient conditions and procedures as documented in the medical record and applying the ICD Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. The Hospital Coding Specialist I provides charge validation and capture processes for various patient types to include the following outpatient visit:
- Diagnostic
- Therapeutic
- Emergency department services, may include charge capture
- Ambulatory surgery (same day surgery), may include charge capture
- Observation service encounters
- Urgent care, may include charge capture
- Recurring/series patients
- Other ancillary services
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
The individual applying must meet the minimum qualifications in all three required sections below to be considered a candidate for interview. Please consider when listing minimum
qualifications.
Minimum Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent and
- Successful completion of a Coding Degree or Diploma program, or current enrollment in program
Preferred/Optional: None
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: One year of coding and reimbursement experience in a multi-specialty clinic/hospital setting or completion of coding degree or diploma will be considered in addition to the following:
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, disease process, and surgical procedures
- Knowledge of accepted medical abbreviations and their meanings
- Knowledge in the use of specialized references such as the ICD and CPT-4 books, medical dictionaries and texts, and medical journals
- Must have extensive knowledge of Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant and all official coding guidelines
- Advanced knowledge of hospital information systems, encoders and other technology to facilitate a successful work environment while maintaining maximum communication and adhering to HIPAA security standards
- Advanced knowledge Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word functions
- Technical skills required to learn and navigate a variety of software systems and trouble shoot computer problems
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to think and work independently, yet interact positively with team
- Advanced problem solving skills
- Attention to detail is crucial to this position
Preferred/Optional: Experience with electronic health record systems.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
Minimum Required: AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) or AHIMA (American Health Information Management) credential (i.e. CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, COC) within one year of hire.
Preferred/Optional: AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) or AHIMA (American Health Information Management) credential (i.e. CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, RHIA, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, COC) at time of hire.
Given employment and/or payroll requirements of individual states, Marshfield Clinic Health System supports remote work in the following states:
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Marshfield Clinic Health System will not employ individuals living in states not listed above.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued.
View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here
.
Exclusion From Federal Programs: Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.
Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please Note :
ajayjain.com is the go-to platform for job seekers looking for the best job postings from around the web. With a focus on quality, the platform guarantees that all job postings are from reliable sources and are up-to-date. It also offers a variety of tools to help users find the perfect job for them, such as searching by location and filtering by industry. Furthermore, ajayjain.com provides helpful resources like resume tips and career advice to give job seekers an edge in their search. With its commitment to quality and user-friendliness, Site.com is the ideal place to find your next job.