What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coder I - UPMC Washington position at UPMC?
Are you passionate about healthcare and skilled in medical coding? We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Coder 1 to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate and efficient coding of medical records, contributing to the overall quality of patient care. If you have a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of medical terminology, and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply and become a valued member of our healthcare community.
Responsibilities:
• Utilize standard coding guidelines and principles and coding clinics to assign the appropriate ICD and CPT for all records to ensure accurate reimbursement.
• Review coding for accuracy and completeness prior to submission to billing system utilizing CCI edits.
• Identify incomplete documentation in the medical record and formulate a physician query to obtain missing documentation and/or clarification to accurately complete the coding process.
• Utilize computer applications and resources essential to completing the coding process and to resolve basic coding edits efficiently.
• Refer problem accounts to appropriate coding or management personnel for resolution.
• Meet and maintain charge lag and coding productivity standards within the time frame established by management staff.
• Maintain continuing education by reviewing updated CPT assistant guidelines and updated coding clinics.
• Make forward progress within the training period toward meeting coding accuracy standards of the departments within the first year of employment.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, start times between 6AM-8:30AM. After the training period is completed, there is the option to work remote 3 days a week!