MLW Coder

Summary

Responsible for diagnosis coding for all Laboratory records according to established guidelines. Assists with Laboratory Outreach registrations as the need arises.

ICD-10 Coding coordination and follow-up with physician offices. Performs other duties as assigned. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following :

• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
• Review and confirmation of all Outreach Laboratory requisitions for appropriate diagnosis coding.
• Enters appropriate ICD-10 diagnosis codes in the HIS.
• Coordinate contacts with physician offices for diagnosis and / or ICD-10 codes if not provided on the referring prescription.
• Documents phone conversation with physician’s office according to Medicare guidelines.
• Assists MLW Billing Liaison with patient / client follow-up.
• Consult with Client Service Rep on client ICD-9 coding education issues.
• Assists with Outreach Laboratory Registrations as the need arises.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

High School Graduate capable of typing 45 wpm. Previous hospital experience preferred. Knowledge of CPT-4 and ICD-10 codes preferred.

Medical terminology required.

Core Competencies

Flexibility Organized Adaptability Attention to Detail Stress Tolerance

Physical / Mental Demands / Requirements & Work Environment

May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools / SDS Access).

A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.

• Ability to remain in stationary position 90% of the time
• Constantly utilizes / operates computer and other office equipment

Primary Population Served Check appropriate box(s) below :

• Neonatal (birth 28 days)
• Patients with exceptional communication needs
• Infant (29 days less than 1 year)
• Patients with developmental delays
• Pediatric (1 12 years)
• Patients at end of life
• Adolescent (13 17 years)
• Patients under isolation precautions
• Adult (18 64 years)
• Patients with cultural needs
• Geriatric (>

65 years)

• All populations
• Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities

â ’ Non-patient care population

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

The salary range and / or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

When determining a team member's base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).