Med Records Coder III

University of Rochester • Albany, NY • 4h ago

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Job Location (Full Address):

Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224

Opening:

Worker Sub@type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Department:

910503 United Business Office Coding

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 106 H

Compensation Range:

$21.36 - $29.90

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

The Med Records Coder III functions as an advanced coder in the abstraction and in-depth analysis of a variety of medical documentation and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies (e.g. ICD-10, CPT-4, HCPCS, DRG). Analyzes, enters and manipulates database. Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Uses thorough knowledge of coding systems and system logic to review codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assign codes (ICD-10-CM, E/M, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers) through medical record documentation in accordance with universally recognized coding guidelines.

Reviews and resolves coding denials. Resolves problems with claims having errors related to improper coding and provides feedback for correction and follow-up.

Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy. Performs system edit checks and corrects errors as needed.

Responds to coding information requests from various sources. Communicates document improvement opportunities and coding issues to providers, department, and/or designated leader for follow up and resolution.

Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or incomplete.

Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

HS Diploma

Associates degree in Health Information Technology or health related field (preferred)

1 years' experience as Medical Coder

Additional coding experience in area of assignment (preferred)

or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC required

Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS (preferred)

Successful completion of American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accreditation examination for Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or (Registered Health Information Technician) RHIT or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Coder (CMC) from Practice Management Institute.

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