CODING SPECIALIST 3, UWMC - UWM HIM CODING (01)
Req #: | 176611 |
Department: | |
Job Location: | Harborview Medical Center |
Posting Date: | 02/19/2020 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | $4,678 to $6,695 per month |
Union Position: | Yes |
Shift: | First Shift |
Notes: |
This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment. As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs.
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THIS REQUISITION WILL SERVE TO RECRUIT FOR TWO OPEN POSITIONS
THESE POSITIONS ARE LOCATED AT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER
The EMERGENCY CODER (ED) - CODING SPECIALIST 3 position reports to the Emergency/Observation (ED/OBS) Coding Supervisor within the Enterprise Records and Health Information Management department.
Under the general supervision of the Manager of Integrated Coding, and the direct supervision of the Supervisor of ED/OBS Coding, the Emergency Coder is responsible for implementing the mission and goals of Enterprise Records and Health Information, and incorporating a “patients are first” service culture. The Emergency Coder is responsible for performing daily activities related to coding and charge submission of abstract Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) professional fee and facility emergency department coding and billing. Analyzing the medical record to assign International Classification of Diseases (ICD), CPT and/or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes to ensure correct code assignment and optimal reimbursement in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Responsibilities
Reviews available electronic and other appropriate documentation within Epic and/or Cerner to identify all billable procedures and services within the emergency department requiring facility and/or professional fee coding, ensuring all necessary codes use the appropriate ICD, CPT and/or HCPCS code. Ensures coded services, charges and clinical documentation meet appropriate guidelines or standards.
Collaborates with Chart Completion to follow up on charts suspended for prospective feedback to request clarification to coder queries.
Consults with physicians and/or clinical department representatives, as appropriate, to verify services were rendered and documented. Provides retrospective feedback to assist in the understanding of coding and documentation issues and opportunities for future visits.
Maintains five day turnaround times for emergency coding based on date of service or discharge date; and understands charge lag impact for facility and professional fee services.
Performs special projects and other duties assigned.
May perform the work of lower level classifications of the Coding Specialist series.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Three year coding experience or equivalent education/experience.
Certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC), Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC).
Desired
Experience in an academic healthcare environment.
Experience and proficiency with Epic and/or Cerner products.
Proficient with MS Office suite.
Basic Knowledge of Office 365.
Ability to manage time effectively and to work in a high volume, high accuracy work environment with deadlines.
Ability to communicate effectively and to work in a collaborative team environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
High school diploma or equivalent
AND
Certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC), Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC).
AND
Three years coding experience or equivalent education/experience.
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