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Job SummaryUnder the general direction of the Director CDI/Coding or designee, the Medical Records Coder I will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations.  The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS.                  Core Job ResponsibilitiesAssign the appropriate DRG based on an analysis of the patient file and medical necessityAssign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer Resolve diagnosis/procedure inconsistencies, concerns, and establish proper coding in collaboration with providersInitiate and follow up on queries with providersAbstract data elements and compile data for statistical reportsProvide education based on recognized trends, including physician documentationAssist departments with diagnostic and procedural codingRespond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denialsReview and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures Mentor new staffPerform other duties as required.Education/Experience RequirementsREQUIRED:  AS in Health Information Management, a related degree or equivalent experienceRHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification Knowledge of EMR, Coding software, and Microsoft OfficeKnowledge/understanding of Patient Safety Indicators (PSI), present on admission reporting requirements, and Hospital Acquired Conditions (HAC) and impact on quality and reimbursementKnowledge/understanding of SOI/ROM methodologyGood Oral and Written Communication PREFERRED:  BS in Health Information ManagementKnowledge of Epic, 3M encoder, CDI Collaborate and Microsoft Office2 years of hospital coding experienceLicensure/Certification RequirementsREQUIRED:  RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification or the ability to obtain DisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendorJob DetailsReq Id  94951 Department  CODING Shift DaysShift Hours Worked  7.50FTE 0.94 Work Schedule  HRLY NON-UNION-8 HREmployee Status A1 - Full-Time Union Non-UnionPay Range $23 - $35/Hourly#GP01