CODER III - MEDICAL CODING 4.1 4.1

out of 5 stars Austin, TX 73301

Salary Range:

$41.2200 - $63.3700 /hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education. The Coder III reviews clinical documentation and diagnostic results and applies appropriate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT codes to support diagnoses, procedures, and treatment results. Codes are used for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance activities. Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to all official coding guidelines. Verifies that all ICD-10-CM and CPT codes are correctly captured. Verify that physician is correctly abstracted. Keeps abreast of coding guideline changes by self-study, assigned education, coding meeting attendance or related in-services. Participates in internal and external quality review meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Medical Coding - Hoag Hospital Resolves billing related errors and assists with workflow changes and process improvement projects. Meets ongoing productivity and quality standard of 95% accuracy rate or better. Assigns codes for diagnoses, treatment, and procedures for inpatient surgeries. Determines the correct principal diagnosis, co-morbidities, complications, secondary conditions, and surgical procedures. Abstracts correctly all required information from record including the correct discharge disposition and OSHPD required information. Assigns correct MS-DRG and APR-DRG and correct Present on Admission (POA) indicators and identifies (HAC) Hospital Acquired Conditions. Queries physicians per established policy and procedure when documentation is not clear or conflicting. Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required. Medical Coding -

Hoag Hospital:

Completion of a certified coding program or graduate of a CAHIM accredited HIT program required. Five years of progressive inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility. Certifications Required Medical Coding -

Hoag Hospital:

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) •Please note that salary range may vary based on geographic location• Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.