Remote Inpatient or Outpatient

Healthcare Cost Solutions is looking for Per-Diem Part-Time Experienced IP or OP Coders. IP and OP coders must have extensive experience with difficult cases in Cardiology, IVR, Ortho and ENT. Job Summary: Responsible for reviewing and abstracting medical records, as well as identifying and assigning accurate medical codes for diagnoses, procedures and services. The coding specialist ensures that all data elements required for federal or state reporting and billing are collected and included in the patient’s demographic record. Seeking a Per Diem IP or OP Coder Remote Position High Volume Difficult Cases Must be able to work independently Ability to regularly work with CDI, Compliance and Auditors to ensure records are up to standard Education: High School Diploma or GED required Licenses/Certifications: Coding Certification from the American Association of Professional Coders or the American Health Information Management Association required. CPC, RHIT, or RHIA Accepted. Experience/Knowledge Skills: • Four (4) years of hospital Inpatient or Outpatient experience • Effective oral or written communication skills • Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and PCS coding • Analytical skills necessary to interpret data contained in health records and assign appropriate codes • Proficient knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and surgical terminology • Knowledge of coding compliance policies, official coding guidelines, regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures affecting the coding process • Proficient in navigating Cerner Principal Accountabilities • Reviews medical record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis/procedures that require code assignment for records and accurately code the diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10 coding conventions for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal regulations. • Reviews the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures, and appropriate reimbursement for hospital and professional charges. • Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes. • Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting guidelines and brings identified concerns to manager for resolution. • Effectively assigns DRG and ICD-10 codes to records. • Responsible in maintaining 95% in ICD-10 and DRG assignment and consistently meet established productivity standards while keeping abstracting errors to a minimum. • Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to official coding guidelines. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Job Type: Contract Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour Expected hours: 20 per week Experience: • Inpatient and Outpatient: 4 years (Required) • Difficult Cases in Cardiology, IVR, Ortho & ENT: 4 years (Required) License/Certification: • CPC, RHIT or RHIA Certification (Required) Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job Apply To this Job