Remote PRN IP Facility Coder - Medical Records Coding

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Now hiring a PRN Inpatient Facility Coder!!The IP Facility Coder has the knowledge and ability and will be required to code all of the following: inpatient and/or outpatient hospital records, ED records, Home Health & Hospice records and/or professional fee services for PMG specialty providers or demonstrate coding expertise in a specific specialty deemed a critical business need by PHS Coding Leadership using the ICD-9/10 CM and CPT-4 classification system. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures Type of Opportunity: Per Required Need FTE: 0.001000 Exempt: No Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours Location: Remote - Work from homeWork Schedule: Varied Days and Hours - *This position is remote eligible to candidates located in the United States with the exclusion of the states: Washington, Ohio, North Dakota and Wyoming.*High school diploma/GED required. Must have any one of the following coding certifications at time of hire: CCS, CCS-P, CPC-H, or RHIT/RHIA with achievement of one of the coding credentials above within one year of hire. Three to five years experience as a coder required. Inpatient Coding experience preferredEducation:Essential:* High School Diploma or GEDCredentials:Essential:* Certified Professional*Must demonstrate knowledge of coding multiple areas of service and/or specialties or extensive experience in a specific specialty deemed a critical business need by PHS Coding Leadership..*Reviews patients entire current medical record, assigning appropriate codes including CPT, ICD and MS-DRG (as defined by UHDDS guidelines and CMS) to be used for financial reimbursement, research in accordance with Federal Regulations and Hospital and Departmental policies. *Accesses several systems via the computer to research the medical record when needed to complete the coding in a timely manner. Takes responsibility for accounts receivable by looking for lost documents to insure all encounters are coded, including the generation of appropriate queries, as needed.*Maintains and disseminates up-to-date technical knowledge of legal and regulatory information from all appropriate jurisdictions concerning the given business area. This includes but is not limited to all ICD-9/10 CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, and DRG, APC and/or HHRG updates and changes.*Responsible for resolving any and all pre-bill edits, denials, etc. for assigned accounts.*Participates in all departmental in-services and updates to stay current with the accepted coding guidelines and improve personal knowledge of medicine and treatment.*Communicates issues to the EW Clinical Coding Manager , as appropriate.*Maintains at least a 95% accuracy rate.*Maintains average to high productivity based on PHS Productivity Standards.*Maintains continuing education (CE) requirements per PHS policy.*Performs other functions as required. __ We offer more than the standard benefits! Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! Learn more about our employee benefits: https://www.phs.org/careers/employee-benefits/Pages/default.aspx Why work at Presbyterian? As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees, we offer a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875,000 New Mexicans. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. About New Mexico New Mexico continues to grow steadily in population and features a low cost-of living. Varied landscapes bring filmmakers here from around the world to capture a slice of the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy every day. Our landscapes are as diverse as our culture - from mountains, forests, canyons, and lakes, to caverns, hot springs and sand dunes. New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.#NCS123Requisition ID: 2022-28179 Street: 9521 San Mateo NE JobTitle: Remote PRN IP Facility Coder - Medical Records Coding City: Albuquerque

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