Clinical Data Coordinator - Inpatient Coding - NYC - to $130,000

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS Knowledge of hospital information systems)
• High degree of analytical ability
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software applications, such as Windows, Microsoft office, etc
• Demonstrated knowledge of Health Information Management functions, policies and practices in an electronic environment.

• At this top NYC hospital, the multi-campus team of HIM professionals is behind every world-renowned patient treatment, surgery and procedure. These are the experts who ensure complete clinical documentation, accurate medical coding and proper reimbursement for our hospital. And now, you can become one of the people who Make It Possible.

• The Clinical Data Coordinator will participate in the recruitment and orientation of Clinical Data Services staff, recommends hiring, promotions, disciplinary actions and terminations as appropriate. Some of the duties also includes initiating regular contact or networking with employees, physicians, and other professionals not employed by the hospital on similar projects, benchmarking, etc in accordance with hospital strategies. Direct and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
• In this role you will also coordinate activities focused on ensuring the accuracy and integrity of clinical data, as well as its compliance with regulatory standards and hospital revenue initiatives. Provide expertise in the areas of coding and classification systems to healthcare providers throughout our hospital, and help drive improvements in documentation, reimbursement and the revenue cycle. Perform chart, internal/external coding and APG reviews to ensure compliance with established coding principles and documentation guidelines. Orientation includes on site presence.

• 3 years of Inpatient coding experience
• 2 years demonstrated coding experience required with focus on complex case mix
• CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) certification from AHIMA
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience
• Strong interpersonal and coder education expertise skills are essential to succeed 

• 5 years of Health Information Management/Medical Records experience in an academic medical center environment
• Prior experience as a DRG Coordinator
• Experience with 3M
• RHIA or RHIT certification

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Salary : $97,000 - $130,000