Inpatient Certified Procedural Coding Specialist
Offer summary
Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED with one of the following certifications: CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT, or RHIA., Must obtain CCS certification within 12 months of hire., Self-directed with critical thinking and collaborative skills., Preferred: Degree in Health Information Management or related field, with two years of inpatient coding experience..Key responsibilities:
- Read and interpret health record documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Complete final review of medical records and assign appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes within deadlines.
- Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Specialists to address documentation deficiencies.
- Review records throughout hospitalization to assign diagnoses, DRG, and identify Core Measure cases.
Job description
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Type of Position:
Other Health Care - Clinical Support
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
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Department:
FIN | CORE Coding - Radiology
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
**This position will work remotely**The Certified Procedural Coding Specialist - Inpatient reads and interprets health record documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the current inpatient encounter visit and assesses the adequacy of the health record documentation to ensure it supports all diagnoses and procedures to which codes are assigned; completes final review of medical record and selects appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes within designated deadlines; reviews documentation to match appropriate codes with documentation for medical necessity; reviews records upon admission and periodically throughout hospitalization to assign working diagnosis and DRG, expected length of stay, and identification of Core Measure cases as assigned; collaborates with Clinical Documentation Specialists II to identify and address deficiencies.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
HS/GED with one of the following certifications : CCA, CCS, CPC, RHIT, or RHIA; must obtain CCS within 12 months of hire.
- Must be self-directed with critical thinking and collaborative abilities.
Preferred Qualification:
- Degree in Health Information Management or related field.
- Two years of inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility, in a multi-service/specialty setting.
Additional Information:
• Complete final review of medical record and select appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes within 4 days of patient discharge as assigned.
• Review documentation to match appropriate codes with documentation for medical necessity.
• Review records upon admission and periodically throughout hospitalization to assign working diagnosis and DRG, expected length of stay, and identification of Core Measures cases as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with the Clinical Documentation Specialists II to identify and address documentation deficiencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sitting
Frequent Physical Activity:
Grasping, Hearing, Reaching, Talking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Crouching, Feeling, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Standing, Stooping, Walking
Benefits Eligible:
YesRequired profile
Experience
Other Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Collaboration
- Teamwork
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