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Named among "Great Places to Work" by Becker's Hospital Review Career Growth Opportunities Benefit Eligibility (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life) the first of the month following 30 days of employment 401K program (Discretionary matching funds available) Employee Assistance Program Referral Program Dental plans & Vision plans GENEROUS Personal time off Eight Paid Holidays per year Quarterly incentive plans Employee of the month awards with monetary gift and parking space Training Programs Wellness programs Flexible work schedule JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:
The Clinic Coder is responsible for reviewing physician documentation to accurately capture applicable ICD-10 and CPT codes as well as providing feedback to Senior Coder on any documentation insufficiencies that need to be reported.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Reviewing patient charts for correct ICD-10 and CPT code assignment Review and proper assignment of all surgical and Obstetric codes Review for any global code assignments Assign correct MIP codes, as required Keying patient charges into IDX Analyzing records for documentation insufficiencies Maintaining quality standards Maintaining production standards QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent; Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, regulatory requirements and physician billing; Proficiency in ICD-10 diagnostic coding and CPT procedural coding Prior training or experience in surgical and/or obstetrical coding, preferred CPC, RHIT or CCS-p certification, preferred Minimum two (2) years medical coding experience Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: Job performed in a semi-quiet setting Prolonged sitting Occasional lifting or carrying This position may require manual dexterity and/or frequent use of the computer, telephone, 10-key, calculator, office machines (copier, scanner, fax) and/or the ability to perform repetitive motions and/or meet production standards to comply with the essential functions. Also, may require physical and/or mental stamina to work overtime, additional hours beyond a regular schedule and/or more than five days per week.
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Cooperative, positive, courteous and professional behavior and conduct is an essential function of every position. All employees must be able to work with others beyond giving and receiving instructions. This includes getting along with co-workers, peers and management without exhibiting behavior extremes. Job functions may require personal leadership skills such as conflict resolution, negotiating, instructing, persuading, speaking with others as well as responding appropriately to job performance feedback from the supervisor. Additionally, the information contained in this job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.
