What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coder - Health Information Management position at Bingham Memorial Hospital?
We are looking for highly motivated team players to join our ever growing team here at Bingham. You must be willing and able to learn new skills and adapt to change often, as the medical field is ever changing. You must have good communication skills and be detail oriented. We have multiple providers of all specialties. If you are looking for a rewarding and fulfilling career and enjoy fast paced environments this will be a good fit for you.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education: A degree in HIT is preferred; or 1-2 years’ experience. Certification as RHIA, RHIT or CCS by AHIMA OR CPC by AAPC.
Required Licenses / Certifications: Certification as RHIA, RHIT or CCS by AHIMA OR CPC by AAPC.
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Working knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT coding required. Able to perform precise and detailed work Good communication and interpersonal skills Able to work as part of a team Interest in health care procedures Willing to continually update skills and knowledge Ability to work with a high degree of independence, with attention to detail. Ability to handle fluctuating levels of pressure and stress Effective oral/written communication, independent judgment and decision making, well developed sense of prioritizing
BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Medical coders read and review medical documentation provided by physicians and other health care providers in order to obtain detailed information regarding their disease, injuries, surgical operations and other procedures. This detailed information is translated into numeric codes. The coder assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedural codes using the universal ICD-9 CM coding. Using this official classification system, coders must insure correct code selection for compliance with federal regulation and insurance requirements. These medical codes are used extensively for reimbursement of hospital and physician claims for Medicare, Medicaid and insurance payments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Is a leader in advocating for patient confidentiality. Follow any special direction given by the HIM Director. Continually work on annual goals. Review medical documentation provided by physicians and other health care providers in order to obtain detailed information regarding their disease, injuries, surgical operations and other procedures. This detailed information is translated into numeric codes. The coder assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedural codes using the universal ICD-9 CM coding. Using this official classification system, coders must insure correct code selection for compliance with federal regulation and insurance requirements. These medical codes are used extensively for reimbursement of hospital and physician claims for Medicare, Medicaid and insurance payments. Read and analyze medical records to help identify all diagnoses, operations and procedures relevant to the current period of patient care. Clarify inconsistent, doubtful or non-specific information in a medical record by consulting with the responsible medical practitioner. Allocates codes to patients’ current period of care, using knowledge of the information contained within the ICD-9 and CPT. Maintain ICD-9 and CPT 4 coding books to made sure they are updated to the current version being used. Supply cited CDI information to the provider. Apply Modifiers. Maintain RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CPC certification. Willingness to provide coverage for other staff members as requested by the director. Demonstrates the ability to work with a high degree of independence, with attention to detail. Demonstrates the ability to handle fluctuating levels of pressure and stress. Demonstrates the ability to write and communicate well with personnel and patients needing assistance. Primarily responsible for physician office coding. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Work on site for two to three days a week as per provider’s needs.
