MEDICAL RECORDS CODER II(176868)
Full TimeThis is a remote position however it is NOT a remote work opportunity for out-of-state candidates. All Duke medical coding opportunities require candidates to have a North Carolina address as a condition of employment.
Medical Records Coder II – Psychology or Radiology
The Medical Records Coder II is a certified professional coder. Coordinate/review the work of subordinate employees and assist with the training and continuing education programs. Code medical records utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding conventions. Review the medical record to assure specif icity of diagnoses, procedures and appropriate/optimal reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges. Abstract information from medical records following established methods and procedures.
Duties and Responsibilities of this Level:
* Review the complex (problematic coding denials and before billing, that need research and reference checking) medical records and accurately code the primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures including evaluation and manage ment services using ICD-10-CM and/or CPT coding conventions.
* Coordinate/review the work of designated providers. Ensure quality and quantity of work performed through regular audits.
* Assist with research, development and presentation of continuing education programs on areas of specialization.
* Consult with and educate physicians on coding practices and conventions in or der to provide detailed coding information. Communicate with nursing and ancillary services personnel for needed documentation for accurate coding.
* Maintain a thorough understanding of anatomy an dphysiology, medical terminology, disease processes and surgical techni ques through participation in continuing education programs to effectively apply ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding guidelines to inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures.
* Maintain a thorough understanding of medical record practices, standards, regulations, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Organizations (JCAHO), Health Care/Finance Administration(HCFA), Medical Review of North Carolina (MRNC), etc.
*Assist with special projects as required.
* Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
High school diploma required.
Experience
RHIA certification- no experience required RHIT certification- no experience required CCS certification- one year of coding experience required CPC or HCS-D certification- two years of coding experience required
Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
Must hold one of the following active/current certifications: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Hospital Coding Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Hospital Coding Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Hospital Coding Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D) Homecare Coding
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