Georgia Orthopaedic Society.
Coder I - OP & IP Profee, Neurosurgery
Georgia Orthopaedic Society., Lakeway, Texas, United States,
JOB SUMMARY
Coder I is proficient in one or two types of outpatient or profee coding.
Coder I may code one time ancillary/series, emergency department, observation, day surgery, professional fee to include evaluation and management (E/M) coding, profee surgery, hierarchical condition category (HCC) Risk Adjusted coding (diagnosis only with 1 year lookback) or low acuity inpatient.
Coder I utilizes the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and other coding references to ensure accurate coding.
Coder I will abstract and enter required data.
WORK MODEL
Onsite with the possibility of moving to a hybrid role after training has been signed off, but will not be 100% remote.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Evaluates and interprets documentation from medical records and completes accurate coding of diagnosis, procedures and professional fees.
Reviews diagnostic and procedure codes and charges in the applicable documentation system to generate appropriate coding and billing.
Communicates with providers for missing documentation elements and offers guidance and education when needed.
Reconcile billing issues by formulating the rationale for rejecting and correcting inaccurate charges.
Works collaboratively with revenue cycle departments to ensure coding and edits are processed timely and accurately. Reviews and edits charges.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Sound knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the coding area.
Sound knowledge of transaction code sets, HIPAA requirements and other issues impacting the coding and abstracting function.
Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Demonstrated expertise of the use of computer applications, group software and Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI) edits.
Sound knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis and procedural coding and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) procedural coding.
Ability to interpret health record documentation to identify procedures and services for accurate code assignment.
Flexibility and adaptability while also balancing requirements and regulatory and accreditation guidelines that are non-negotiables.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following:
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
This position is not under the Coding umbrella but an outpatient practice therefore, some sort of coding experience is required.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Cert Coding Assoc.
Cert Coding Specialist
Cert Coding Specialist-Phys
Cert Inpatient Coder
Certified Inpatient Coder - Apprentice
Cert Outpatient Coder
Cert Outpatient Coder - Apprentice
Cert Prof Coder
Cert Prof Coder-Apprentice
Cert Prof Coder-Phys
Home Care Coding Spec-Diagn
Reg Health Info Admin
Reg Health Info Technician
Radiation Oncology Certified Coder HCS-D is valid in Home Health Care Department only.
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Coder I is proficient in one or two types of outpatient or profee coding.
Coder I may code one time ancillary/series, emergency department, observation, day surgery, professional fee to include evaluation and management (E/M) coding, profee surgery, hierarchical condition category (HCC) Risk Adjusted coding (diagnosis only with 1 year lookback) or low acuity inpatient.
Coder I utilizes the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and other coding references to ensure accurate coding.
Coder I will abstract and enter required data.
WORK MODEL
Onsite with the possibility of moving to a hybrid role after training has been signed off, but will not be 100% remote.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Evaluates and interprets documentation from medical records and completes accurate coding of diagnosis, procedures and professional fees.
Reviews diagnostic and procedure codes and charges in the applicable documentation system to generate appropriate coding and billing.
Communicates with providers for missing documentation elements and offers guidance and education when needed.
Reconcile billing issues by formulating the rationale for rejecting and correcting inaccurate charges.
Works collaboratively with revenue cycle departments to ensure coding and edits are processed timely and accurately. Reviews and edits charges.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Sound knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the coding area.
Sound knowledge of transaction code sets, HIPAA requirements and other issues impacting the coding and abstracting function.
Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
Demonstrated expertise of the use of computer applications, group software and Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI) edits.
Sound knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis and procedural coding and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) procedural coding.
Ability to interpret health record documentation to identify procedures and services for accurate code assignment.
Flexibility and adaptability while also balancing requirements and regulatory and accreditation guidelines that are non-negotiables.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following:
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
This position is not under the Coding umbrella but an outpatient practice therefore, some sort of coding experience is required.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Cert Coding Assoc.
Cert Coding Specialist
Cert Coding Specialist-Phys
Cert Inpatient Coder
Certified Inpatient Coder - Apprentice
Cert Outpatient Coder
Cert Outpatient Coder - Apprentice
Cert Prof Coder
Cert Prof Coder-Apprentice
Cert Prof Coder-Phys
Home Care Coding Spec-Diagn
Reg Health Info Admin
Reg Health Info Technician
Radiation Oncology Certified Coder HCS-D is valid in Home Health Care Department only.
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