ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Reviews medical record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis/procedures that require code assignment for inpatient/outpatient records and accurately code the diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10 and/or CPT coding conventions for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and compliance with federal regulations.
2. Reviews the medical record to assure specificity of diagnoses, procedures, and appropriate reimbursement for hospital and professional charges.
3. Queries physicians, with the support of the Clinical Documentation Improvements Specialists, when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
4. Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting guidelines and brings identified concerns to manager for resolution.
5. Effectively assigns ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT codes, DRG and/or APC to record accounts.
6. Responsible in maintaining 95% in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10PCS, CPT and DRG assignment and consistently meet established productivity standards while keeping abstracting errors to a minimum.
7. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set for the by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to official coding guidelines.
8. Adheres to all Beaumont Health System policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, remote teleworking, and productivity and quality of service.
9. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education to maintain certification and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization and the Health Information Management department; may serve as a preceptor (students internships).
10. Other duties as assigned.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:
1. Supports the Mission, Value and Vision of Corewell Health (CH). Demonstrates personal commitment through active involvement in the performance improvement process.
2. Exhibits excellent customer service skills and behaviors toward internal and external customers and co-workers. Promotes positive public relations with patients/residents, family members, guests, and others.
3. Supports and adheres to all Corewell Health’s customer service, service excellence, and performance standards. Supports and participates with all required compliance standards that may be department specific and/or identified by the organizations including in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress code.
4. Adheres to HIPAA requirements and maintains confidentiality of all data, including patient/resident, employee and operations information.
5. Supports and participates in a collaborative team-oriented environment – cooperates and works together with all co-workers, plans and completes job duties, uses appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations and follows up as appropriate regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
6. Supports, cooperates with and demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules – including universal precautions – reports and prevents/corrects unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and departmental safety programs.
7. Completes all required compliance standards that may be department specific and/or identified by the organization.
8. Maintains current licensure, registration and/or certification, as applicable, at all times.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
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 duties.
A. Education / Training:
* Associate or equivalent experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
B. Work Experience:
* ICD-10-CM/ ICD-10-PCS, CPT coding experience, preferred.
C. Certification, Licensure, Registration:
* Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA), or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) preferred. Must obtain RHIT, RHIA or CPC credentials within 6 months of employment.
D. Other Qualifications:
* Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terminology. Effective oral and written communication skills. Computer and EHR skills and excellent ability to concentrate.
Primary Location
SITE – Beaumont Service Center – 26901 Beaumont Blvd
Department Name
Coding-Inpatient
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
Beaumont Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
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