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Mercy

Coding & Charging Specialist (Non-Exempt)

Mercy, Springfield, Missouri, us, 65897

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Overview

The position is responsible for reviewing and analyzing documentation present in the medical record for inpatient, outpatient and/or professional services to assign diagnoses, procedure(s), and charge codes as described by the physician(s) of record. Position would include clinical co-workers with combined facility and professional coding and charging responsibilities. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Education: A.S. from an accredited Nursing or Health Information Management program or associated healthcare discipline or commensurate clinical experience. Experience: At least 5 years of coding and/or charging experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnoses/procedure coding and/or HCPCS/CPT procedure coding in an acute care or professional service. Working knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology, MS-DRG, APC, or MPFS/RVU payment and facility charging methodologies. Certification(s): Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or Certified Radiology Cardiovascular Coding (CIRCC). If charge/clinical experience is met, one of the coding certifications must be met or completed within 6 months of employment or transfer. Preferred Qualifications: Education: Bachelor\'s Degree from an accredited Nursing or Health Information Management program or associated healthcare discipline. Experience: 4 or more years of recent clinical, coding/charging or consulting experience in inpatient/outpatient acute care hospital setting and/or professional services. Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Significantly advanced working knowledge and a high level of experience with the ICD-10 CM/PCS and/or CPT/HCPCS coding classification systems, facility department charging, MSDRGs, APCs, MPFS/RVUs, POA\'s, HACs; dependent upon whether an Inpatient, Outpatient, or Professional Services coder. Advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and/or pharmacology. Excellent written/oral communication skills, flexibility, as well as the ability to multi-task. We Offer Great Benefits

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period! What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We\u2019re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that\u2019s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply. EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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Hospitals and Health Care

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