Job Description:
• Accurately enter ABS data (e.g. Surgeon name, procedure date, discharge disposition, admit diagnosis, POA status, etc.) 95% + Accuracy
• Meets or exceeds bill drop dates/AR expectations
• Consistently monitors and manages AR to facilitate dropping of pending, old, or problematic accounts of assigned locations in accordance with 30-Day Bill Drop policy.
• Accurately reports principal diagnosis in keeping with the most current AHA Coding Clinic and ICD-10-CM/ICD-10PCS guidelines. 95% + Accuracy
• Works with Coding Manager and Denial Management Coordinator to ensure all coding denials are addressed timely.
• Generates appropriate query selection based on clinical evidence established in the patient medical record.
• Maintains established Productivity Standards Inpatient encounters: an average of 2 accounts per hour. Meets or exceeds the expected DRG/APC accuracy rate of 95%.
• Accurately reports procedure codes All ICD-10-CM and CPT procedure codes are accurately coded and reported in keeping with AHA Coding Clinic, CPT Assistant, ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and/or unique payer coding and reporting guidelines. 95% + Accuracy
• Accurately reports secondary diagnoses in keeping with the most current AHA Coding Clinic and ICD10-CM/ICD-10-PCS guidelines. Inpatient: 95% + Accuracy
Requirements:
• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Licensure/Certification: CCS or CPC
• Experience: Inpatient Coder - minimum of three years hospital inpatient coding experience.
• Familiarity with Augusta Health’s systems, workflows, or organizational culture is a plus
• Requires good written, oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of computer applications and grouper software, Medicare edits, and all coding and abstracting software and hardware currently in use by HIM.
• Requires comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology and disease processes.
• Requires analytical ability to allow for interpretation of clinical data in all clinical specialties to determine appropriate code assignment.
• Requires proficiency in abstracting chart data into computer module.
• Requires ability to work independently, an eagerness to learn, attention to detail and good critical thinking skills.
• Must possess high ethical standards due to confidential nature of patient information.
Benefits:
• Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
• Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities
• Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support
• Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare
• Free onsite parking, 24/7-armed security for your safety, a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program, and an onsite credit union and pharmacy
• Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials
• Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues (i.e., movie tickets)
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