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Coder Hospital-1
Coders - Hospital are responsible for technical coding includes the assignment of ICD-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes, modifiers, selection of MD Diagnosis Related Groupings (MS-DRG), Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC), and coding for severity of illness. Interacts with medical staff, nursing, ancillary departments, provider offices, and outside organizations.
Department: Medical Record Management
Hours: Full time, 40 hours/week
*Remote Work*
Required: HS diploma, One of the following upon hire: CCA, CPC, RHIT, RHIA or CCS
Pay: Based on experience, starting at $22.72
Responsibilities
Assists physicians with record
documentation needs by
requesting clarification for
additional information. Assists
in educating physicians and
ancillary staff members about
documentation needed for
coding process. Contacts
physician offices and/or SBL
departments as needed for
diagnostic information to code
the encounter, Assists with training new
coding staff as requested., Codes all types of encounters
as assigned and assists coworkers
as needed., Codes and finals inpatient and
outpatient services technical
encounters based on
established production standards., Meets quality standards of
having 95% of diagnoses and
procedures appropriately
and/or correctly coded.
Ensures data quality and
optimum reimbursement
allowable under the federal
and state payment systems, Performs follow-up on
encounters that need to be
coded and finaled., Reviews and corrects all
encounters that are rejected
or denied., Reviews record thoroughly to
ascertain all
diagnoses/procedures. Codes
all diagnoses/procedures in
accordance to ICD-CM and CPT
coding principles, official
guidelines and regulations., Reviews record thoroughly to
ascertain all
diagnoses/procedures. Codes
all diagnoses/procedures in
accordance to ICD-CM and CPT
coding principles, official
guidelines and regulations.
Requirements
High School (Required)CCA - Certified Coding Associate - American Health Information Management Association, Certified Coding Specialist- Hospital - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Certified Professional Coder-A - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Association or Registered Health Info Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Association - American Health Information Management Association
Compensation
Estimated Compensation Range
$22.72 - $35.22
Pay based on experience
Sarah Bush Lincoln is a prominent non-profit healthcare organization located in downstate Illinois. It operates a two-hospital system, consisting of Sarah Bush Lincoln based in Mattoon, IL which has 150 beds, and SBL Fayette County Hospital based in Vandalia, IL, with 25 beds. The healthcare system also operates more than 57 clinics spread across a 10-county area and stand-alone surgery centers in Mattoon and Effingham, regional cancer center and hospice house. Decisions are made locally which gives the Health System the agility to respond quickly to changing markets.
The organization employs nearly 3,500 people, including a medical staff of approximately 250 members. SBL is known for its contemporary facilities and commitment to providing advanced equipment and services for diagnosis and treatment. Sarah Bush Lincoln has an expanding robotics program, which showcases its dedication to adopting innovative technologies.
The staff at Sarah Bush Lincoln is highly engaged as reflected in the most recent Press Ganey Employee Engagement and Safety Survey. The organization is Magnet designated, which recognizes excellence in nursing. SBL supports career growth, which provides employees with various education funding opportunities.
Beyond its medical facilities, Sarah Bush Lincoln plays an integral role in the community. It actively participates in various activities that promote health, wellness, education, economic development, and housing. The involvement demonstrates the organization’s commitment to the overall well-being and development of the communities it serves.
