Remote Coder Certified - HIM Outpatient - Full Time - Days*
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.
Responsibilities & Requirements:JOB SUMMARY • Responsible for coding and abstracting all outpatient patient records using ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS coding rules, federal guideline and KHN guidelines. Supports hospital’s accounts receivable goals through timely processing of records and physician record completion activities. • Impacts delivery of quality patient care and enhanced clinical decision making process. • Supports clinical outcomes measurement and assessment process for service lines. • Completes assigned duties and other related tasks. • The list is not inclusive, duties may be modified to fulfill departmental needs or goals.
JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Associate degree or higher in Health Information Management - Preferred
Required Licenses [Ohio, United States] Coder, Health Information RHIT or RHIA certification and/or CCS certification. Member of AHIMA - preferred RHIT/RHIA eligible will also be considered with coding/abstracting experience preferred (must sit for the exam at first available offering after completion of RHIT/RHIT program including passing their certification exam within one year of the first attempt.)
Minimum Work Experience Two years of experience coding in acute outpatient hospital setting Required Skills • Proficient in data entry using Microsoft Office Suite products. • Proficient user of 3M CRS and CAC. • Ability to navigate Epic EMR. • Strong written and verbal communication. • Application of medical terminology successfully translated to codeable language. • Strength in anatomy and physiology associated with disease process. • Knowledge of regulatory and governing body coding and billing guidelines.
ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS New Hire/Annual Competencies • Accurate code assignment both ICD-10 CM and CPT. • Accurate abstracting for all required fields. • Meets productivity expectations. • Meets performance in quality assurance with acceptable score. • Accurately processes payer edits to promote clean claims for billing.
Preferred Qualifications:- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential