Under general supervision, evaluates and codes patient charts and medical records to optimize reimbursement by ensuring that diagnostic codes, procedure codes and other documentation accurately reflect and support the patient condition and that data complies with legal standards and guidelines.
Codes patient charts for emergency, radiology, ambulatory surgery, inpatient treatment, observation and recurring conditions.
Interprets medical information such as disease or symptoms, and diagnostic descriptions and procedures in order to accurately assign and sequence the correct ICD-9-CM and CPT codes.
Maintains knowledge of billing procedures, reimbursement criteria and regulatory updates. Uses software to accurately and efficiently translate patient data in a timely manner.
Communicates regularly with ancillary departments and providers regarding code assignments and may provide technical guidance on coding issues.
QUALIFICATIONS : Education
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management preferred. AHIMA accredited long distance coding courses may substitute.
Experience
Three years experience in coding medical records and billing processes using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding systems preferred.
Experience with healthcare information systems and data entry preferred.
Licensure / Credentials
RHIT, RHIA, CCS certified or certification eligible with demonstrated proficiency in ICD-9-CM coding systems. CPC-H certified or certification eligible with demonstrated proficiency in CPT coding guidelines and billing procedures for physicians and outpatient records.
Demonstrated proficiency in using electronic clinical abstracting systems with minimum typing speed of 55 wpm.
Union
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Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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BENEFITS SUMMARY :
- Insurance PlansHealth, Dental, VisionLife InsuranceShort Term and Long-Term Disability
- Retirement Programs (Pension Plan, 403(b) and 457(b) Retirement Plans)
- Short Term Disability / Paid Sick Leave Washington State PFML Partial wage replacement for your own disability, or in some cases for the care of a disabled family member.
This plan is administered by Washington Employment Security Department. Additional details can be found at Sick Leave PSL is accrued at a rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked and is available to use after 90 days of employment.
Paid Time Off (upon hire into a benefit eligible position)Non-Union Employee PTO Holiday and Vacation are combined in a PTO bank.
Beginning accrual equivalent to 24 days per year for a full-time employee. Pro-rated for part-time employees. Employees may begin using PTO after completing 90 calendar days.
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Additional Benefits, such as : Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Fitness Club Reimbursement (available beginning the first full month of employment in a benefit eligible position)$20 per month fitness reimbursementCafeteria and Espresso Bar 10% employee discount$10 certificate to the cafeteria on your birthday month!Verizon and AT&T mobile plan discounts
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