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Inpatient Hospital Coder

$56k-84k/hr•Full-timeRemote

location_onWashington Avenue, Sheridan Hollow, City of Albany, Albany County, New York, 12203, United States

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Job Description

About the Role

The Hospital Coder applies skills and knowledge of currently mandated Inpatient coding and classification systems, and official resources to select the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (PCS), and other codes representing healthcare services (including substances, equipment, supplies, or other items used in the provision of healthcare services). This position is responsible for selecting and sequencing the codes such that the organization receives the optimal reimbursement to which the facility is legally entitled, remembering that it is unethical and illegal to increase reimbursement by means that contradict requirements.

This is a remote position within Health Information Services.

Work location

Work model: Remote

Washington Avenue, Sheridan Hollow, City of Albany, Albany County, New York, 12203, United States

City of Albany, New York

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Key Responsibilities

  • check_circleSelect and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS guidelines
  • check_circleEnsure accurate coding for optimal and legal reimbursement
  • check_circleReport healthcare data elements accurately for regulatory and reimbursement purposes
  • check_circleQuery providers for clarification on incomplete or ambiguous health record documentation
  • check_circleOrganize and manage the shared drive for the medical coding department
  • check_circleMaintain a secure remote work area to protect confidential health information
  • check_circleParticipate in coding meetings, huddles, and LEAN problem-solving activities

Requirements

  • verifiedHigh School Diploma/G.E.D. required
  • verifiedCoding certification/credential through AHIMA or AAPC required
  • verifiedPrior experience in hospital medical coding preferred
  • verifiedPrior experience with 3M 360 and EPIC system preferred
  • verifiedScore of 80% or above on coding assessment required
  • verifiedKnowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, or CPT-4 required

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: icd-10-cm, icd-10-pcs, cpt-4, uhdds, 3m 360, epic.

Education: High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.

Frequently asked questions about Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center

What does a Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center will select and sequence diagnostic and procedural codes using icd-10-cm/pcs guidelines; ensure accurate coding for optimal and legal reimbursement; report healthcare data elements accurately for regulatory and reimbursement purposes; and query providers for clarification on incomplete or ambiguous health record documentation.
What are the requirements for this Inpatient Hospital Coder role?expand_more
To qualify for the Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center position, applicants should have: High School Diploma/G.E.D. required; Coding certification/credential through AHIMA or AAPC required; Prior experience in hospital medical coding preferred; Prior experience with 3M 360 and EPIC system preferred; Score of 80% or above on coding assessment required; and Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, or CPT-4 required.
What is the salary range for Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center?expand_more
The advertised salary range for Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center is $56k-84k/hr.
Where is the Inpatient Hospital Coder role at Albany Medical Center located?expand_more
Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center is based in Washington Avenue, Sheridan Hollow, City of Albany, Albany County, New York, 12203, United States. This is a remote role.
Is this Inpatient Hospital Coder job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Albany Medical Center has listed this Inpatient Hospital Coder role as remote.
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Candidates for Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center should have mid level.
What skills do you need for the Inpatient Hospital Coder role at Albany Medical Center?expand_more
Key skills for Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center include icd-10-cm; icd-10-pcs; cpt-4; uhdds; 3m 360; and epic.
What education is required for Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
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Inpatient Hospital Coder at Albany Medical Center is part of the Healthcare & Nursing job category on Recrutus.