Coder II - Inpatient

Remote Position

Hours : M-F, Flexible hours after training period.

Job Description :

The Coder II - Inpatient is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM / PCS diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters in accordance with official coding guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. This role ensures the integrity of the patient medical record, supports appropriate reimbursement, and contributes to compliance, quality reporting, and data integrity for Powers Health hospitals.

• Reviews and evaluates inpatient medical records via the EMR to determine appropriate diagnosis and procedures to be coded based on industry standards, federal regulations and hospital guidelines.
• Accurately assigns the appropriate code set (i.e. ICD-10, CPT) to the diagnosis and procedures documented in the EMR via the encoder and in compliance with accuracy and productivity requirements.
• Completes queries where necessary and works closely with the Clinical Documentation Improvement Team to ensure accurate documentation to support code and DRG assignment, CMI, severity of illness and mortality scores.
• Records and abstracts codes and required information in the computerized health information system on a timely basis.
• Works with the Coding Supervisor in response to requests for assistance from Patient Financial Services, physicians’ offices or patients in regard to the code assignments made for reimbursement purposes.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

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