Job Information
Mary Greeley Medical Center CODER I in Ames, Iowa
Position Summary
Under limited supervision, accurately and efficiently assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS codes, CPT/HCPCS codes and posts associated charges as required. Ensures all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient-centered care.
Position Responsibilities
Unit Specific Position Responsibilities
Assigns diagnostic and procedure codes using documentation within the medical record and according to recognized classification systems and coding rules and guidelines. Able to navigate within the EHR according to account type.
Accurately selects CPT based on physician documentation for posting of required charges.
Understands and uses the encoder and available references appropriately , employs appropriate automation when using computer assisted coding tools, complies with best practice for efficiencies and accuracy.
Reviews coding and billing edits for accurate modifier assignment when appropriate.
Reviews records for accuracy and completeness of required contents and notifies HIM identified staff when critical errors are found with provider documentation. Follow specified processes when corrections are needed.
Understands and follows the AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding as well as the MGMC HIM Coding and Ethics Policy.
Attends coding education as scheduled and provided by the HIM department. Obtaining required CEUs to maintain credential is personal responsibility.
Obtains required CEUs to maintain credential is a personal responsibility.
Meets productivity and quality requirement as communicated by HIM management.
Remote workers follow departmental policies specific to working off-site.
Performs other assigned duties.
Know and follow work schedule, request PTO within time requirements while ensuring that staff coverage is adequate. Responsible for keeping time and attendance application up to date and accurate.
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):
Completion of a coding curriculum that qualifies for eligibility to take national exam for RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC which must be taken and passed within 12 months of hire date.
Knowledge of medical diagnoses and operative procedures, laboratory and radiology procedures as well as all other service types that require code assignment; of patient chart format, hospital admission procedures, patient care, in-patient and outpatient services, DRG reimbursement system and implications, CCI and LCD/NCD requirements.
Organizational Requirements:
Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
None Specified
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Ability to evaluate appropriateness of diagnoses and procedures; to read and understand chart documentation, to evaluate chart documentation, to code using various coding systems, to abstract using various abstract programs.
Ability to work closely with other departments regarding clinical documentation needs.
Ability to adapt to changes and the initiative to keep abreast of changes in the medical field.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
Experience working in a coding position for a healthcare organization