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Коротко о ролиThe Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff.
Responsibilities:
— Assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to inpatient encounters with the highest level of accuracy using clinical coding knowledge based on Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic.
— Collaborate closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialists, quality, and patient finance staff.
— Play a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance.
— Ensure accuracy of DRGs and proper extraction of core data into the HIM abstracting system to the data warehouse repository.
— Facilitate accurate data for patient acuity, severity of illness, and quality outcomes.
Requirements:
— High School diploma or equivalent.
— Minimum 5 years of inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment.
— Must complete coding proficiency evaluation.
— Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs, disease processes, clinical pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology.
Physical Requirements:
— Ability to lift and carry weights ranging from 10 to 75 lbs with varying frequency.
— Occasional to frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
— Close eye work involving computers, typing, reading, and writing.
— Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental Factors:
— Exposure to blood-borne pathogens, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, electrical shock, temperature variations, radiation, and other environmental conditions.
— Use of personal protective equipment including respirators.
— Shift work and possible travel may be required.
Additional Details:
— This is a remote position; however, applicants must be physically located and authorized to work in one of the specified U.S. states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.
— Emory Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
— Contact Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org with one week's advance notice preferred.
Benefits:
— Comprehensive health benefits starting day one.
— Student loan repayment assistance and reimbursement programs.
— Family-focused benefits.
— Wellness incentives.
— Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs.
— Supportive environment fostering professional growth.
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