What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Facility Clinical Coder position at TriWest Healthcare Alliance?
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Job Summary
Under the direction of the DRG Supervisor or designee, conducts coding review of prior authorization requests for unlisted codes or services; retrospective medical claims review for coding and pricing determinations; and/or coding review for inpatient (facility) claims to include diagnosis and procedural coding with DRG assignment. Provides coding-related information to medical directors, providers, peer reviewers, Claims Administration, Program Integrity, Quality Management and the claims subcontractor as needed.. Develops determination letters. Provides support to non-clinical and clinical staff on coding and pricing and retrospective medical claims review processes.
Education & Experience
Required:
Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.
Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.
Coping / Flexibility: Resiliency in adapting to a variety of situations and individuals while maintaining a sense of purpose and mature problem-solving approach is required.
Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources.
Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.
Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.
Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.
Team-Building / Team Player: Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment.
Technical Skills: Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS coding; ability to maintain the confidentiality and security requirements of medical records; ability to meet department performance standards.
Working Conditions
Working Conditions
Taking Care of Our Nation’s Heroes.
It’s Who We Are. It’s What We Do.
Do you have a passion for serving those who served?
Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We’re On a Mission to Serve®!
Our job is to make sure that America’s heroes get connected to health care in the community.
At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we’ve proudly been on that important mission since 1996.
Benefits
We’re more than just a health care company. We’re passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the DRG Supervisor or designee, conducts coding review of prior authorization requests for unlisted codes or services; retrospective medical claims review for coding and pricing determinations; and/or coding review for inpatient (facility) claims to include diagnosis and procedural coding with DRG assignment. Provides coding-related information to medical directors, providers, peer reviewers, Claims Administration, Program Integrity, Quality Management and the claims subcontractor as needed.. Develops determination letters. Provides support to non-clinical and clinical staff on coding and pricing and retrospective medical claims review processes.
Education & Experience
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Current Certification as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- U.S. Citizen
- Must be able to receive a favorable interim and adjudicated final Department of Defense (DOD) background investigation.
- Minimum 2 years of clinical coding experience for either outpatient and/or inpatient accounts
- Minimum 2 years of claims processing experience in outpatient and/or inpatient accounts
- Experience in the private medical industry, health insurance or Managed Care field
- Experience in a fast-paced corporate environment
- Familiarity with TRICARE and the military healthcare delivery system
- Performs claims coding and pricing reviews using current coding guidelines.
- Performs focused claims reviews as requested by management and summarizes findings.
- Identifies and reports potential fraudulent or quality issues.
- Acts as a resource for TriWest staff on ICD-10-CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT and HCPCS coding.
- Researches TRICARE manuals for benefits, limitations and exclusions and current coding guidelines to assist with the Referral and Authorization Decision Support tool process
- Monitors and tracks timeliness of retrospective claims reviews response to ensure compliance with required timelines for completion of assigned reviews.
- Identifies questionable review decisions and forwards to the Supervisor and/or Medical Director for evaluation and/or corrective action.
- Provides accurate data entry in the medical management and claim processing system.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Communication / People Skills: Ability to influence or persuade others under positive or negative circumstances; adapt to different styles; listen critically; collaborate.
Computer Literacy: Ability to function in a multi-system Microsoft environment using Word, Outlook, TriWest Intranet, the Internet, and department software applications.
Coping / Flexibility: Resiliency in adapting to a variety of situations and individuals while maintaining a sense of purpose and mature problem-solving approach is required.
Independent Thinking / Self-Initiative: Critical thinkers with ability to focus on things which matter most to achieving outcomes; commitment to task to produce outcomes without direction and to find necessary resources.
Information Management: Ability to manage large amounts of complex information easily, communicate clearly, and draw sound conclusions.
Organizational Skills: Ability to organize people or tasks, adjust to priorities, learn systems, within time constraints and with available resources; detail-oriented.
Problem Solving / Analysis: Ability to solve problems through systematic analysis of processes with sound judgment; has a realistic understanding of relevant issues.
Team-Building / Team Player: Influence the actions and opinions of others in a positive direction and build group commitment.
Technical Skills: Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPCS coding; ability to maintain the confidentiality and security requirements of medical records; ability to meet department performance standards.
Working Conditions
Working Conditions
- Availability to work any shift
- Ability to work independently from home (Remote)
- Extensive computer work with prolonged sitting
Taking Care of Our Nation’s Heroes.
It’s Who We Are. It’s What We Do.
Do you have a passion for serving those who served?
Join the TriWest Healthcare Alliance Team! We’re On a Mission to Serve®!
Our job is to make sure that America’s heroes get connected to health care in the community.
At TriWest Healthcare Alliance, we’ve proudly been on that important mission since 1996.
Benefits
We’re more than just a health care company. We’re passionate about serving others! We believe in rewarding loyal, hard-working people who are willing to learn as they grow. TriWest Healthcare Alliance values teamwork. Join our team, fulfill your responsibilities, and you may also be considered for frequent pay raises, overtime opportunities to earn even more, recognition and reward programs, and much more. Of course, we also offer a comprehensive and progressive compensation and benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with matching)
- Short-term and long-term disability, basic life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid volunteer time
TriWest Healthcare Alliance is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are proud to have an inclusive work environment and know that a diverse team is a strength that will drive our success. To that end, TriWest strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and we highly encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
