What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Clinical Coding Specialist - Combined Coding position at MD Anderson Center?
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the Senior Clinical Coding Specialist position is to analyze medical records and abstracts clinical data by assigning codes from patient records in accordance to coding classification systems. Reviews patient encounters for accurate code assignment of all relevant diagnosis and applicable modifiers. Enters appropriate codes into the 3M encoder hospital's mainframe computer for the transfer of data to billing files for reimbursement. Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes. Serves as a resource for other departments users related to the abstracted coded data.
JOB-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :
PEOPLE / SERVICE (34%) :
- Effectively communicate and interact with members of the combined coding team, management, peers, business office, and external customers
- Provides detailed questions and supportive feedback to management and coordinators when inquiring for assistance with coding questions, quality reviews, and coding education / training.
- Capable of providing supportive feedback to management and coordinators for internal and external requests on coding corrections / edits or re-reviews.
- Promptly report workflow or system issues to management
DEVELOPMENT / INNOVATION (26%) :
CODING QUALITY / PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION (40%)"
Required Education :
Associate's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare field.
Preferred Education :
Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare field.
Required Experience :
Five years of clinical coding experience for complex or multi-specialties. With preferred degree, three years of clinical coding experience for complex or multi-specialties. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
Preferred Experience / Skills :
A strong foundation in medical coding principles, including knowledge of ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS, along with practical experience in both inpatient and outpatient coding. Prior experience working in a healthcare hospital setting.
Certifications :
One or more of the following Required :
American Health Information Management Association
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
Certified Coding Specialist - Professional (CCS-P) American Academy of Professional Coders
Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
Other Requirements :
Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
