Wellstar Health System
Inpatient Coder 3- (10K Sign-On Bonus Available)
Wellstar Health System, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Wellstar Health System Work Shift: Various (United States of America) Job Summary: The IP Coder 3 position reports directly to the Supervisor of Coding. Key responsibilities include reviewing documentation in inpatient and/or IVR (interventional radiology) medical records, and accurately and completely assigning appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 HCPCS procedural codes to the greatest specificity, assigning the most accurate DRG/APC when appropriate. Abstracts demographic and coding information accurately and completely. Responsibilities
Codes and abstracts medical records with a high level of accuracy: accurately and completely assigns ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 HCPCS procedural codes to the greatest specificity, assigns the most accurate DRG/APC when appropriate, and follows Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and Facility Coding Guidelines as applicable. Accurately and completely abstracts all required patient demographic data into the EMR. Accurately assigns correct DRG/APC and meets productivity standards. Queries providers when needed to clarify codes. Manages additional coding responsibilities contributing to goals (CFB). Resolves coding edits and reminders, corrects abstracting and coding issues in a timely manner (1-2 business days). Completes and routes problem accounts to ensure cases are coded as close to goal date as possible. Completes assigned work by goal date and assists with coding unassigned or backlogged accounts. Mentors new coders and assists with documentation cleanup or escalation as needed. Performs observation, same-day surgery, outpatient and emergency coding when needed or assigned. Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Education and Certifications
Required Minimum Education : High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or Certificate Anatomy. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) : All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Cert Coding Spec – Preferred Cert Prof Coder – Preferred Cert Prof Coder - Hospital OP – Preferred Reg Health Information Admin – Preferred Reg Health Information Tech – Preferred Additional License(s) and Certification(s) : Upon Hire Preferred Experience
Minimum 3 years of acute care inpatient and/or IVR coding experience. Skills
Must demonstrate maintained accuracy in abstracting, code and DRG assignment while meeting productivity requirements in previous roles. Ability to work in a remote environment. Computer/data entry experience. Ability to communicate with various members of the healthcare team. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Location: Atlanta, GA
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Coder 3 (10K Sign-On Bonus)
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Wellstar Health System Work Shift: Various (United States of America) Job Summary: The IP Coder 3 position reports directly to the Supervisor of Coding. Key responsibilities include reviewing documentation in inpatient and/or IVR (interventional radiology) medical records, and accurately and completely assigning appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 HCPCS procedural codes to the greatest specificity, assigning the most accurate DRG/APC when appropriate. Abstracts demographic and coding information accurately and completely. Responsibilities
Codes and abstracts medical records with a high level of accuracy: accurately and completely assigns ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 HCPCS procedural codes to the greatest specificity, assigns the most accurate DRG/APC when appropriate, and follows Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and Facility Coding Guidelines as applicable. Accurately and completely abstracts all required patient demographic data into the EMR. Accurately assigns correct DRG/APC and meets productivity standards. Queries providers when needed to clarify codes. Manages additional coding responsibilities contributing to goals (CFB). Resolves coding edits and reminders, corrects abstracting and coding issues in a timely manner (1-2 business days). Completes and routes problem accounts to ensure cases are coded as close to goal date as possible. Completes assigned work by goal date and assists with coding unassigned or backlogged accounts. Mentors new coders and assists with documentation cleanup or escalation as needed. Performs observation, same-day surgery, outpatient and emergency coding when needed or assigned. Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Education and Certifications
Required Minimum Education : High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) or Certificate Anatomy. Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) : All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. Cert Coding Spec – Preferred Cert Prof Coder – Preferred Cert Prof Coder - Hospital OP – Preferred Reg Health Information Admin – Preferred Reg Health Information Tech – Preferred Additional License(s) and Certification(s) : Upon Hire Preferred Experience
Minimum 3 years of acute care inpatient and/or IVR coding experience. Skills
Must demonstrate maintained accuracy in abstracting, code and DRG assignment while meeting productivity requirements in previous roles. Ability to work in a remote environment. Computer/data entry experience. Ability to communicate with various members of the healthcare team. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Additional Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Location: Atlanta, GA
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