What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coding and Oasis Specialist position at Canyon Home Care & Hospice LLC?
We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Oasis proficient Medical Coder to support our team. The ideal candidate must have a deep understanding of medical coding with an emphasis on Oasis guidelines. As a home health medical coder, you will be responsible for reviewing patient records to ensure accurate coding for billing. As an OASIS auditor you will be responsible for reviewing patient assessments for accuracy and compliance per guidelines.
Responsibilities:
- Perform quality assurance of the Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS) to ensure the gathered data is accurate.
- Assure adequate individualized care plans have been developed based on clinical assessment findings.
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and agency policies and procedures.
- Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Providing detailed instructions of corrections needed to maintain compliance regarding current best practices and regulations related to home healthcare and OASIS documentation.
- Review medical procedures and patient records to ensure accuracy in coding and billing
- Stay up-to-date with new coding and OASIS regulations and standards
- Work cooperatively with clinical team, administrators, and other team members
Strong communication and collaboration skills- Familiarity with medical terminology and procedures- Knowledge of coding software and tools- Ability to stay up-to-date with new coding and OASIS regulations and standards- Familiarity with HIPAA and other relevant regulations and guidelines
1 year of home health experience auditing and coding preferred.