Parkland Hospital
HIM Coding & Document Educator (Profee Experience Needed)
Parkland Hospital, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Primary Purpose
Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements. Minimum Specifications
Education: Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program. Experience: Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital. Equivalent Education and/or Experience: May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above. Certification/Registration/Licensure: Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's active status. Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer. Must have one of the following certifications through the American Health Information Management Association: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCS-P. Required Tests for Placement: Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test. Skills or Special Abilities: Must demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills; advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures; knowledge of coding and billing laws and guidelines; ability to train staff and external customers; effective communication; working knowledge of PCs and related software. Responsibilities
Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff including medical staff, nursing, coders and others to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff on new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation. Job Accountabilities
Identifies ways to improve work processes and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the department and Parkland goals. Stays abreast of developments in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading journals, participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure; integrates knowledge into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area; develops internal controls to promote adherence and seeks guidance as needed. Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
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Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements. Minimum Specifications
Education: Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program. Experience: Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital. Equivalent Education and/or Experience: May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above. Certification/Registration/Licensure: Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's active status. Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer. Must have one of the following certifications through the American Health Information Management Association: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCS-P. Required Tests for Placement: Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test. Skills or Special Abilities: Must demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills; advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures; knowledge of coding and billing laws and guidelines; ability to train staff and external customers; effective communication; working knowledge of PCs and related software. Responsibilities
Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff including medical staff, nursing, coders and others to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff on new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation. Job Accountabilities
Identifies ways to improve work processes and customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the department and Parkland goals. Stays abreast of developments in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading journals, participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure; integrates knowledge into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area; develops internal controls to promote adherence and seeks guidance as needed. Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
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