Inpatient Coder

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to inpatient charts using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS or any other designated coding classification system in accordance with coding rules and regulations. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by AHIMA. Abstracting required clinical information from the medical record.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Others may be assigned.

• Coding : Reviews medical records for the determination of accurate code assignment of all documented diagnoses and procedures in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines. Adheres to Standards of Ethical Coding (AHIMA).
• Abstracting : Reviews medical records to determine accurate required abstracting elements (facility / client specific elements) including appropriate discharge disposition.
• Coding Quality : Demonstrates consistency in achieving or exceeding 95.5% coding accuracy in the selection of principal and secondary diagnoses ((including DRG, MCC & CC, SOI / ROM)) and procedures. Demonstrates accuracy and consistency in abstracting elements defined by per facility.
• Coder Productivity : Meets and / or exceeds Conifer’s inpatient coding productivity guidelines
• Physician Queries : Demonstrates strong skills in creating appropriate and compliant physician retrospective coding queries.
• Professional Development : Stays current with AHA Official Coding and Reporting Guidelines, CMS and other agency directives for ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding. Completes mandatory coding education as assigned. Quarterly review of AHA Coding Clinic. Attends all required coding operations conference calls.
• DNFB : Reviews held accounts daily for resolution in support of coding DNFB performance. Communicates barriers to leaders ( physician queries, missing documentation, second level review, DRG reconciliation, etc.) for appropriate follow-up and resolution.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Conifer requires its candidates, as applicable and as permitted by law, to obtain and provide confirmation of all required vaccinations and screenings prior to the start of employment. This may include, but is not limited to, the COVID-19 vaccination, influenza vaccination, and / or any future required vaccines and screenings.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Include minimum education, technical training, and / or experience preferred to perform the job.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Required : AHIMA (excludes CCA) or AAPC approved credential

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER

As a part of the Tenet and Catholic Health Initiatives family, Conifer Health brings 30 years of healthcare industry expertise to clients in more than 135 local regions nationwide. We help our clients strengthen their financial and clinical performance, serve their communities and succeed at the business of healthcare. Conifer Health helps organizations transition from volume to value-based care, enhance the consumer and patient healthcare experience and improve quality, cost and access to healthcare. Are you ready to be part of our solutions? Welcome to the company that gives you the resources and incentives to redefine healthcare services, with a competitive benefits package and leadership to take your career to the next step!

Compensation and Benefit Information

Compensation

Benefits

Conifer offers the following benefits, subject to employment status :

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