MedStar Health
Inpatient Coding Quality Officer III - (Medicare)
MedStar Health, Oceanport, New Jersey, us, 07757
Inpatient Coding Quality Officer III - (Medicare)
Req #:
0000183242 Category:
Coder Status:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Facility:
RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services Department:
HIM - Coding Quality Pay Range:
$75,597.00 - $117,458.00 per year Location:
2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757 Job Overview:
The Quality Officer 3 is responsible for ensuring accuracy and integrity of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and DRG assignment for inpatient Medicare encounters, maintaining high organizational accuracy rates, and adhering to federal, state, and organizational guidelines. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 5+ years inpatient Medicare coding experience with a bachelor's degree, or 9+ years without. Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease indicators, and pharmacology. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing and coding regulations. Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills. Certifications: CCS required; ICD-10-CM/PCS proficiency required; CPC-H, RHIT, RHIA, RN encouraged. Essential Functions:
Ensure accuracy of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT coding, and DRG assignment. Analyze Medicare inpatient records for correct coding and DRG judgments. Manage SMART queues and review flagged records. Educate and coach coding staff, ensuring consistent methodology across facilities. Monitor coding accuracy and productivity, providing feedback and guidance. Review and ensure accuracy of demographic and clinical data, including POA indicators. Participate in training, research, and system troubleshooting as needed. Additional Information:
RWJBarnabas Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, health insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an equal opportunity employer.
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Req #:
0000183242 Category:
Coder Status:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Facility:
RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services Department:
HIM - Coding Quality Pay Range:
$75,597.00 - $117,458.00 per year Location:
2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757 Job Overview:
The Quality Officer 3 is responsible for ensuring accuracy and integrity of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and DRG assignment for inpatient Medicare encounters, maintaining high organizational accuracy rates, and adhering to federal, state, and organizational guidelines. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 5+ years inpatient Medicare coding experience with a bachelor's degree, or 9+ years without. Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, disease indicators, and pharmacology. Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid billing and coding regulations. Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills. Certifications: CCS required; ICD-10-CM/PCS proficiency required; CPC-H, RHIT, RHIA, RN encouraged. Essential Functions:
Ensure accuracy of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT coding, and DRG assignment. Analyze Medicare inpatient records for correct coding and DRG judgments. Manage SMART queues and review flagged records. Educate and coach coding staff, ensuring consistent methodology across facilities. Monitor coding accuracy and productivity, providing feedback and guidance. Review and ensure accuracy of demographic and clinical data, including POA indicators. Participate in training, research, and system troubleshooting as needed. Additional Information:
RWJBarnabas Health offers a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, health insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an equal opportunity employer.
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