Inpatient Coding Specialist Job at Robert Half (Sacramento)

Client Partner

Location

India , Noida

Salary:

Not provided

Access Healthcare LLC

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 1 to 4 years of experience in IPDRG medical coding -US Healthcare
Any Graduate
associate’s degree in health information management, Medical Coding, or a related field preferred
Specialization: Inpatient DRG
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification required.

Job Responsibility

Assign DRG Codes: Accurately assign DRG codes to inpatient records using ICD-10- CM/PCS coding systems based on clinical documentation and physician notes. Ensure codes reflect the correct diagnosis, procedures, and the overall complexity of care.
Clinical Documentation Review: Review and analyze medical records to verify diagnoses, procedures, and treatments. Work with physicians and healthcare providers to clarify and improve clinical documentation when needed for proper coding.
DRG Assignment: Utilize the DRG methodology to ensure accurate and consistent DRG assignment based on the severity of illness (SOI) and risk of mortality (ROM), among other factors. Apply coding conventions and guidelines as per CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and payer requirements.
Continuous Education: Keep up to date with coding guidelines, coding technology, and industry changes related to DRGs, including changes in ICD-10-CM/PCS, federal regulations, and insurance payer policies.
Billing Support: Work closely with the billing department to resolve coding issues and ensure that all claims are processed correctly and promptly for reimbursement. Ensure timely submission of all inpatient claims for accurate payment processing

Hb coding integrity specialist - inpatient denials

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding...

Location

United States

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Health Information Administrator (RHIA) registration issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Health Information Technician (RHIT) registration issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 5 years of experience in hospital coding for a large complex health care system, which includes hospital coding, denial review and/or coding quality review functions
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Patient Categories (APC), MS-DRGs (Diagnosis related groups)
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams

Job Responsibility

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as discharge disposition
Ensure accurate coding for outpatient, day surgery and inpatient records
Verifies all codes and sequencing for claims according to American Hospital Association (AHA) coding guidelines, CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic and national and local coverage decisions
Works collaboratively with coding leadership per their direction in reviewing records with focused diagnosis and procedure codes, including specific APCs, DRGs and OIG work plan targets to assure compliance in all areas of coding, which may give visibility into documentation that is driving codes
Works collaboratively with coding leadership to identify focused prospective records that need to be reviewed
Identifies coder education opportunities, team trends, and consideration of topics to mandate for second level account review, before the account is final coded
Reviews encounters flagged for second level review, including but not limited to
hospital acquired conditions (HACs), complications and other identified records such as core measures or trends as identified by coding leadership
Perform review of coded encounter for appropriate risk-adjustment, including accurate severity and risk of mortality assignment
Responsible for coding participation in the Clinical Documentation Improvement and Hospital Coding alignment process

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions

Fulltime

Certified Coder II (Inpatient)

With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children’s Healthcare deli...

Location

United States , Madera

Salary:

31.90 - 47.30 USD / Hour

Valley Children's Healthcare

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
Equivalent Experience Full-time coding work related experience in an acute care inpatient hospital setting. (required)
CCS - Certified Coding Specialist - AHIMA - American Health Information Management Association (required)
Minimum one (1) year ICD-10 CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding classification systems, encoder products, MS-DRG and APR-DRG systems/groupers, and AHA Coding Guidelines. (required)
Well-versed in both hospital inpatient coding and DRG assignment
Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions and guidelines
Familiarity with coding systems, billing practices, and reimbursement models
Experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems and coding software

Job Responsibility

Accurately coding for hospital inpatient and observation encounters in accordance with official coding guidelines, including ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT
Assigns the appropriate APR- and MS-DRGs to the inpatient discharge
Performs anesthesia professional coding on inpatient and observation surgical and diagnostic procedures
Assigns appropriate charging codes for Injections and Infusions (I&I) and Hydration therapies for the emergency room visits that become inpatients and observation encounters
Partners with the Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialist (CDIS) to determine CDI and/or coding queries as indicated
Authors both CDI and coding queries
Performs APR-DRG reconciliation with the CDIS

Parttime

Hospital Coding Quality Specialist - Inpatient

Location

United States

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Health Information Administrator (RHIA) registration issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Health Information Technician (RHIT) registration issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 5 years of experience in hospital coding for a large complex health care system, which includes hospital coding, denial review and/or coding quality review functions
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Patient Categories (APC), MS-DRGs (Diagnosis related groups)
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams

Job Responsibility

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as discharge disposition
Ensure accurate coding for outpatient, day surgery and inpatient records
Verifies all codes and sequencing for claims according to American Hospital Association (AHA) coding guidelines, CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic and national and local coverage decisions
Works collaboratively with coding leadership per their direction in reviewing records with focused diagnosis and procedure codes, including specific APCs, DRGs and OIG work plan targets to assure compliance in all areas of coding, which may give visibility into documentation that is driving codes
Works collaboratively with coding leadership to identify focused prospective records that need to be reviewed
Identifies coder education opportunities, team trends, and consideration of topics to mandate for second level account review, before the account is final coded
Reviews encounters flagged for second level review, including but not limited to
hospital acquired conditions (HACs), complications and other identified records such as core measures or trends as identified by coding leadership
Perform review of coded encounter for appropriate risk-adjustment, including accurate severity and risk of mortality assignment
Responsible for coding participation in the Clinical Documentation Improvement and Hospital Coding alignment process

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Hb coding integrity specialist - inpatient denials

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding...

Location

United States

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), or Health Information Administrator (RHIA) registration issued by AHIMA, or Health Information Technician (RHIT) registration issued by AHIMA
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 5 years of experience in hospital coding for a large complex health care system, which includes hospital coding, denial review and/or coding quality review functions
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Patient Categories (APC), MS-DRGs (Diagnosis related groups)
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams
Advanced knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pathophysiology (disease process, surgical terminology and pharmacology.)
Advanced knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions
Expert knowledge of coding work flow and optimization of technology including how to navigate in the electronic health information record and in health information management and billing systems

Job Responsibility

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as discharge disposition
Ensure accurate coding for outpatient, day surgery and inpatient records
Verifies all codes and sequencing for claims according to American Hospital Association (AHA) coding guidelines, CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic and national and local coverage decisions
Works collaboratively with coding leadership per their direction in reviewing records with focused diagnosis and procedure codes, including specific APCs, DRGs and OIG work plan targets to assure compliance in all areas of coding
Works collaboratively with coding leadership to identify focused prospective records that need to be reviewed
Identifies coder education opportunities, team trends, and consideration of topics to mandate for second level account review, before the account is final coded
Reviews encounters flagged for second level review, including but not limited to
hospital acquired conditions (HACs), complications and other identified records such as core measures or trends as identified by coding leadership
Perform review of coded encounter for appropriate risk-adjustment, including accurate severity and risk of mortality assignment
Responsible for coding participation in the Clinical Documentation Improvement and Hospital Coding alignment process

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Inpatient Coder Specialist

This role will have all responsibilities of coder I, II and III in addition to: ...

Location

United States

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Certification issued by American Academy of Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 7 years' experience inpatient coding in acute care tertiary facility that includes experience in revenue cycle processes, Clinical Documentation Improvement, Research and health information workflows
Advanced proficiency of ICD, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines
Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Excellent computer skills including Microsoft office products, electronic mail, electronic coding systems or applications
Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills
Excellent organization, prioritization, and reading comprehension skills
Excellent analytical skills, with a high attention to detail
Ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment and decision making

Job Responsibility

Reviews complex inpatient documentation to assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD-10 CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS
Assigns and ensures correct code selection following Official Coding Guidelines and compliance with federal and insurance regulations utilizing an EMR and/or Computer Assisted Coding software
Adhere to organizational and internal department policies and procedures
Responsible for coding high dollar and long length of stay cases for all patient types
Expertise in query guidelines, and coding standards
Follow up and obtain clarification of inaccurate documentation as appropriate
Serves as a subject matter expert to Coding department leaders and peers
Recommends modifications to current policies and procedures as needed to coincide with government regulations
Maintain continuing education by attending webinars, reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics
Knowledgeable in researching coding related topics and issues

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Hb coding integrity specialist - outpatient denials

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding...

Location

United States

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Specialist (CCS) certification issued by AHIMA
or Health Information Administrator (RHIA) registration issued by AHIMA
or Health Information Technician (RHIT) registration issued by AHIMA
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 5 years of experience in hospital coding for a large complex health care system, which includes hospital coding, denial review and/or coding quality review functions
Hospital Based Outpatient Surgery Coding Experience is required
Denials related experience is preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Patient Categories (APC), MS-DRGs (Diagnosis related groups)
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to

Job Responsibility

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as discharge disposition
Ensure accurate coding for outpatient, day surgery and inpatient records
Verifies all codes and sequencing for claims according to American Hospital Association (AHA) coding guidelines, CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic and national and local coverage decisions
Works collaboratively with coding leadership per their direction in reviewing records with focused diagnosis and procedure codes, including specific APCs, DRGs and OIG work plan targets to assure compliance in all areas of coding
Works collaboratively with coding leadership to identify focused prospective records that need to be reviewed
Identifies coder education opportunities, team trends, and consideration of topics to mandate for second level account review, before the account is final coded
Reviews encounters flagged for second level review, including but not limited to
hospital acquired conditions (HACs), complications and other identified records such as core measures or trends as identified by coding leadership
Perform review of coded encounter for appropriate risk-adjustment, including accurate severity and risk of mortality assignment
Responsible for coding participation in the Clinical Documentation Improvement and Hospital Coding alignment process

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Hb coding integrity specialist - outpatient denials

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding...

Location

United States

Salary:

28.55 - 42.85 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Coding Specialist (CCS) certification issued by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
Health Information Administrator (RHIA) registration issued by AHIMA
Health Information Technician (RHIT) registration issued by AHIMA
Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Typically requires 5 years of experience in hospital coding for a large complex health care system, which includes hospital coding, denial review and/or coding quality review functions
Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities
Demonstrates knowledge of National Council on Compensation Insurance, Inc. (NCCI) edits, and local and national coverage decisions
Expert knowledge and experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding systems, G-codes, HCPCS codes, Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), modifiers, and Ambulatory Patient Categories (APC), MS-DRGs (Diagnosis related groups)
Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams

Job Responsibility

Reviews coded health information records to evaluate the quality of staff coding and abstracting, verifying accuracy and appropriateness of assigned diagnostic and procedure codes, as well as other abstracted data, such as discharge disposition
Ensure accurate coding for outpatient, day surgery and inpatient records
Verifies all codes and sequencing for claims according to American Hospital Association (AHA) coding guidelines, CPT Assistant, AHA Coding Clinic and national and local coverage decisions
Works collaboratively with coding leadership per their direction in reviewing records with focused diagnosis and procedure codes, including specific APCs, DRGs and OIG work plan targets to assure compliance in all areas of coding, which may give visibility into documentation that is driving codes
Works collaboratively with coding leadership to identify focused prospective records that need to be reviewed
Identifies coder education opportunities, team trends, and consideration of topics to mandate for second level account review, before the account is final coded
Reviews encounters flagged for second level review, including but not limited to
hospital acquired conditions (HACs), complications and other identified records such as core measures or trends as identified by coding leadership
Perform review of coded encounter for appropriate risk-adjustment, including accurate severity and risk of mortality assignment
Responsible for coding participation in the Clinical Documentation Improvement and Hospital Coding alignment process

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program

Fulltime

Inpatient Coding Specialist

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Sacramento

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

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Job Posted:
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