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Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Remote, Day position. The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.15 - $33.22. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.
This position will be performed fully remote. If telecommuting, PeaceHealth will provide the caregiver with necessary computer equipment. It is the responsibility of the caregiver to provide Internet access.
***Must reside in Washington, Oregon, Texas or Alaska.***
Utilizes knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding software, coding conventions, local medical review policy, APC's, and hospital procedures to code outpatient medical records with ICD-10-CM and CPT4 coding classification systems to ensure accurate, complete and consistent coding for quality data.
Details of the position:
- Review medical record documentation and codes diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM and CPT4 coding conventions for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal and third-party payor regulations.
- Review the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges.
- Abstract information form medical records following established methods and procedures.
- Identifies problem documents and works with submitting departments to correct errors, including potential charging errors.
- Reviews and corrects claim and code edits as required.
What I bring:
- Graduate of a formal coding program or combination of education and experience that provides the caregiver with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job required.
- Completion of a formal coding certificate/education program strongly preferred.
- Minimum of one year directly related work experience abstracting and coding information using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems preferred.
- AHIMA/AAPC credential preferred: RHIA, RHIT, CCA, CCS, CPC-A, COC or CPC-H.
- If not currently certified, candidate must obtain basic credential/certification within one year of employment.
- Proficient in MS Office
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Medicare/Centers for Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements
- Understands outpatient CCI & OCE edits and modifier assignment in compliance with coding guidelines.
- 3M or other CAC experience strongly preferred.
- Epic EMR experience preferred
For a full description of the position, or for questions, please email KShepherd@peacehealth.org.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
Must be fully vaccinated or exempted for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons.
