Certified Coding Specialist
St Luke's University Health Network
Allentown, Pennsylvania
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October 7, 2022
St Luke's University Health Network
Allentown, Pennsylvania
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.Codes and abstracts all pertinent patient medical information according to AHA ICD-10-CM/PCS and AMA CPT-4 Coding conventions, UHDDS guidelines and CMS directives. Completes data entry of abstracted inpatient/outpatient diagnosis and/or procedure codes to Network s health information system. Collaborates with the Health Information/Medical Records, Admissions and Finance departments to ensure appropriate flow of information.
PLEASE NOTE: A 10-question coding skills assessment is a part of the SLUHN application process. The following materials will be needed in order to complete the assessment: INPATIENT ICD-10-CM & PCS codebooks; OUTPATIENT ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codebooks. Please plan your time accordingly.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Education
RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS from an accredited Health Information Technology or Management program.
Training And Experience
Minimum 1 year demonstrated ICD-10-CM inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience in acute care, teaching setting. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology required. Previous experience with EPIC health information computerized patient record and 3M encoding system preferred.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
PLEASE NOTE: A 10-question coding skills assessment is a part of the SLUHN application process. The following materials will be needed in order to complete the assessment: INPATIENT ICD-10-CM & PCS codebooks; OUTPATIENT ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codebooks. Please plan your time accordingly.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Codes and abstracts diagnosis and procedure information from patient medical records according to AHA ICD-10-CM/PCS and AMA CPT-4 coding conventions, UHDDS and CMS guidelines and regulations. Utilizes the 3M Encoder to verify and assign AHA ICD-10-CM/PCS and AMA CPT-4 codes, and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment.
- Maintains 95% data quality coding accuracy rate as measured through quarterly department quality reviews.
- Maintains daily productivity and turnaround times as outlined in Department s Performance Improvement plan (attachment A)
- Responsible for remaining up-to-date with knowledge of AHA ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM/PCS and AMA CPT-4 coding conventions, MS-DRG and APR-DRG principles and guidelines. Maintains a working knowledge of prospective payment systems as it relates directly to coding process.
- Participation in department and sectional meetings, education sessional sessions and workshops as scheduled.
- Maintains working knowledge of clinical documentation improvement program and functions as liaison for RN clinical documentation specialists (inpatient coding professionals only).
Education
RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS from an accredited Health Information Technology or Management program.
Training And Experience
Minimum 1 year demonstrated ICD-10-CM inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience in acute care, teaching setting. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology required. Previous experience with EPIC health information computerized patient record and 3M encoding system preferred.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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