Coder I

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

Job Summary

Accountable for the conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using an international classification of diseases. Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/procedures in accordance with coding guidelines. Ensures that records are coded in an accurate and timely manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:
• Ensures that records are coded within three days of discharge, excluding weekends and holidays.
• Reviews the chart thoroughly to ascertain all diagnoses/procedures.
• Contact the responsible physician in a professional, tactful manner if the diagnosis is not available on the chart.
• Refers chart to the director if there is a question regarding the diagnoses/codes.
• Utilizes computerized coding/abstracting equipment.
• Codes all diagnoses/procedures in accordance with ICD-10-CM coding principles and the Coding Manual.
• Meets productivity standard of assigning codes based on account type.
• Meets quality standards of having 95% of principal diagnoses and procedures appropriately and/or correctly coded.
• Maintains 99% rate of information correctly abstracted.
• Assists with education and coding for medical necessity.
• Maintains the number of DRG/coding changes below the 3% quarterly per PRO threshold.
• Reviews coding periodicals within seven (7) days of receipt.
• Notifies the director whenever work is more than 48 hours behind the work deadline.
• Ensures data quality and optimum reimbursement allowable under the federal and state payment systems.
• Acts as a resource person to hospital and clinic staff for coding and may provide education regarding coding changes/issues.
• Maintains a good working relationship within the department, other departments, and medical staff.
• Must be familiar with the following manuals: Administration, Health Information Management Department, Fire Safety, Emergency Management and Safety, HIPAA.
• Willing to accept additional assignments.
• Performs performance improvement functions through data collection and documentation review.

Professional Requirements

• Must have a minimum CCA or CPC associate certification.  
• Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are professional at all times.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Wears appropriate clothing for job functions. Wears ID badge.
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, administration, and staff.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.

Uintah Basin Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Disabilities/Vets

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