What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator-Inpatient Coding Quality/Education -Full Time/Remote position at Inpatient Coding Quality/Education -Full Time/Remote - Henry Ford Health - Careers Careers?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Directly coordinates, oversees, and controls the flow of medical record coded information required of the hospital and ambulatory sites for billing/reimbursement purposes. The Coding Coordinator of Quality & Education is responsible for the completeness, accuracy, quality, and timely submission of all medical data and supporting documentation for inpatient discharges and outpatient encounters. Acts as the departmental liaison to the activities in the coding reimbursement process. Assesses, designs, and evaluates educational programs and processes that are aimed at improving the quality of documentation practices for Henry Ford Health System. Serves as an educational resource for providers and/or coding staff relating to coding and documentation.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Associates degree in Medical Record Sciences with certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Administrator (RHIA) or CCS.
- Must have a thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems.
- Minimum of five (5) years inpatient coding experience, with additional experience in Level 1 trauma facility preferred.