Coding Coordinator

Beaumont Health

  • Beaumont, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Job SummaryResponsibility for coordination of employees and processes in assigned areas of HIM Clinical Coding, and Coding Audit; Inpatient, Outpatient , Emergency and Professional Coding Performs quality and compliance audits. Reviews medical record documentation to determine coding accuracy.Essential Functions
  • Oversees variety of duties which can include: serves as an expert coding resource for HIM Management, service line coders, office staff and physicians. (Facility and Professional coding), review of denials and rejections including HIM work queues, complex coding issues, and quality initiatives.
  • Maintains expert coding knowledge (ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS) and understanding of government regulations, third party payor requirements and various reimbursement methodologies (MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC, Rehab CMG, RVU).
  • Coordination of staffs day to day operations, assists in trouble shooting issues, problem solving and resolution of customer service and/or billing issues. Identify problematic coding trends based on audit acitivity to provide ongoing training and education.
  • Monitors goals & objectives for assigned area to assist in achieving turnaround times, staff productivity and quality.
  • Assists in interviews, training, counseling, audits, and evaluating performace of staff.
  • May compile statistics, weekly & monthly reports and employees schedules.
  • Coordinates responses to payor audits for reconsideration process (appeal preparation).
  • Review and complete uncoded accounts in follow up and uncoded workques
  • And other assigned duties
Qualifications
  • Required Associate's Degree health information management or equivalent relevant work experience required.
  • 3 years of relevant experience Minimum of 3 years of hospital and/or professional coding experience. Required
Certifications, one from below required:
  • CRT-Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA American Health Information Management Association Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA American Health Information Management Association Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AAPC American Academy of Professional Coders Upon Hire required
Physical Demands
  • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor)
5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Waist to Waist5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Waist to Chest (below shoulder)5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Waist to Overhead5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Bilateral Carry5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Unilateral Carry5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Pushing Force5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Pulling Force5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs * Sitting: Frequently
  • Standing: Occasionally
  • Walking: Occasionally
  • Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
  • Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
  • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
  • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
  • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
  • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
  • Handling: Occasionally
  • Forceful Grip
5 lbs: Seldom * Forceful Pinch2 lbs: Seldom * Finger/Hand Dexterity: FrequentlyPrimary Location SITE - Beaumont Service Center - 26901 Beaumont BlvdDepartment Name Coding-InpatientEmployment Type Full timeShift Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours 40Hours of Work VariableDays Worked Monday to FridayWeekend Frequency N/ACURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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