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Safety, Accountability and Viability : Health Information Management Makes It Possible

Emergency Department Coder - Full Time

Set your sights on a career and step up to the forefront of health information management (HIM). At NewYork-Presbyterian, our multi-campus team of HIM professionals is behind every world-renowned patient treatment, surgery and procedure.

These are the experts who ensure complete clinical documentation, accurate medical coding and proper reimbursement for our hospital.

And now, you can become one of the people who Make It Possible.

Perform diagnostic and procedural coding for Emergency Department medical records. Utilize the electronic medical record, review, abstracts and apply appropriate diagnostic and procedural coding, facilitate level E&M coding, and APC assignment of Emergency Department patient records according to coding guidelines as applicable.

Preferred Criteria

CPC, CCS or RHIT

Required Criteria

• College level coursework in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Provide evidence of successfully completed coding course in ICD10CM, CPT, HCPCS, E&M and applicable grouper coding schemes
• One year demonstrated ED diagnostic and procedural coding experience including E&M and infusion coding in a computerized / electronic environment in an academic medical center
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with clinical information systems for accessing health information in an electronic environment

The Medical Record Coder will be responsible for working coding edits (Hospital & Professional) by adhering to CMS and payor guidelines (e.

g., medical necessity, bundled / unbundled, and non-covered services) Review and resolve all assigned work queues and adhere to productivity standards.

As well as research policies and procedures and make recommendations regarding discrepancies with billing and coding.

Job Responsibilities

Review physician documentation for appropriate (CPT 4, ICD10, and HCPCS) coding

Analyze data related to missing charges

Reconcile EEG studies against the professional billing inpatient procedure note charge report

Identifies principal and secondary diagnosis and assign appropriate ICD10 code in the correct sequence

Requirements

High school diploma / GED

CPC Certification from the American Academy of Professional Coders & Maintain their annual CEU credits mandated by the AAPC

Proficient EPIC user & understanding of Excel

Knowledge of the principles and procedures of coding

Knowledge of all types of insurance plans including HMO and managed care as well as covered benefits

Job Summary

Basic Function :

The Developing Language and Literacy Lab, directed by Dr. Carol Scheffner Hammer at Teachers College, Columbia University researches the language and literacy development of young children from diverse backgrounds, with an emphasis on bilingual or dual language learners.

Successful candidates will have a background in speech, language and hearing sciences, linguistics, language development, early childhood education, child development, or psychology.

Candidates should be conscientious and detail oriented. Previous experience with transcribing and annotating language samples is highly desirable.

Responsibilities :

• Assist with analyses of language sample data
• Communicate regularly with project supervisors
• Data maintenance tasks as needed
• Other tasks related to the project as needed

Minimum Qualifications :

• Background in speech, language and hearing sciences, linguistics, language development, early childhood education, child development, or psychology
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Able to commit to 5-6 hours per week

Preferred Qualifications :

Near-native proficiency or working knowledge of Spanish is a plus.

Salary Range : $18 / hour

$18 / hour

Work Modality : Onsite

Onsite

Risk Adjuster Coder The HCC Risk Adjustment Coder works within the Risk Adjustment Team to review medical records and translate them into risk-adjustable ICD-10 codes.

The HCC Risk Adjustment Coder is meticulous and diligent in an attempt to ensure the risk accuracy of each member enrolled in a Centers Plan for Healthy Living’s Medicare Plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Reviews, analyzes and codes diagnostic information located in a member’s medical record Ensures compliance with established ICD-10 coding guidelines and regulations Compiles educational materials and trains providers regarding proper coding protocols Participates in quality improvement initiatives Completes other duties, as assigned Knowledge, Skill Set & Qualifications Required AHIMA certified credentials (RHIA, RHIT, CCS) or AAPC certified credentials (CPC, CPCH, COC, CIC, or CRC).

2 years of HCC Risk Adjustment coding experience Proficiency in Microsoft Excel A strong knowledge base of medical terminology, abbreviations, pharmacology, and disease processes Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work Full time, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We offer : Competitive Wages Health Benefits Dental Vision 401K Generous Paid Time Off Voluntary Employee Benefit Programs Paid Training Employee Referral Award Program LOCATION : Staten Island, New York ABOUT US : AHC18, LB123 Revival Home Health Care is guided by a tradition of personal, clinical, and technological excellence.

We promise to provide responsive, culturally sensitive, professional home care to our communities in a cost-effective way.

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Overview

How have YOU impacted someone's life today? At Hackensack Meridian Health our teams are focused on changing the lives of our patients by providing the highest level of care each and every day.

From our hospitals, rehab centers and occupational health teams to our long-term care centers and at-home care capabilities, our complete spectrum of services will allow you to apply your skills in multiple settings while building your career, all within New Jersey's premier healthcare system.

As a Physician Coder, you will be responsible for accurately coding medical procedures and diagnoses for reimbursement purposes in accordance with Official International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10-Clinical Modification (CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Guidelines for Coding and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) directives across Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network.

Additionally, you will work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate coding and documentation is completed.

This is a full-time, fully remote position.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Physician Coder IV at Hackensack Meridian Health includes :

• Assigns codes for reimbursements, research and compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing guidelines and coding conventions.
• Accounts for coding and abstracting of patient encounters, including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and complications.
• Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies.
• Reviews and verifies documentation supports existing diagnoses, procedures and other charges.
• Identifies reportable elements, complications, and other quality measures.
• Communicates with physicians to clarify information via the physician query process
• Assign CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes.
• Focused background on Profee Coding and E / M guidelines (95 / 97, 2021 update)
• Knowledge of and ability to address National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) and National Coverage Determinations (NCD) / Local coverage determinations (LCD) edits.
• Maintains required productivity and quality requirements.
• Other duties and / or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required :

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and / or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum of 4+ years of coding experience, Trauma Level 1 and Academic Teaching facility.
• Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms and anatomy.
• Proficient in Profee Coding and E / M guidelines (95 / 97, 2021 update).
• Proficient in coding CPT for all Inpatient and Outpatient Operating Room procedures.
• Proficiency in computer skills including typing speed and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred :

• Multiple years of coding experience, Trauma Level 1 and Academic Teaching facility.
• Background in multi-specialty Physician services.

Licenses and Certifications Required :

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator Certification (RHIA) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC).
• An approved American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) coding credential.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred :

An approved American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) coding credential.

Related Keywords : Physician Coding, Medical Coding, Professional Coding, Profee Coding

Employment Type : FULL TIME