HIM Inpatient Coder
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We are currently looking for a Full Time HIM Inpatient Coder to join our HIM Inpatient Services Team team located at the Chickasaw Nation Medical Center working .Summary:The Inpatient Coder assigns ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS and/or CPT-4 procedural codes to inpatient, observation and day surgery accounts.Responsibilities:* Accurately codes and sequences medical record information on all accounts with an error rate not to exceed 5%* Accurately abstracts medical record information on all accounts with an error rate not to exceed 5%* Codes to achieve maximum reimbursement while maintaining compliance with coding guidelines, rules, and regulations* Identifies unbilled accounts through regular review of the unbilled report* Assists the medical staff with any questions or issues regarding coding or DRG assignment and approaches the medical staff for information as necessary* Assists the medical staff and serves as a resource to answer questions regarding coding and/or superbill processes with courtesy and tact* Verifies transactions codes from the electronic superbill for inpatient visits and observation visits and enter any missing transaction codes* Ensures that superbills are completed before abstracting or data entry occurs for day surgery visits* Maintains accurate account of daily activities and turns in calendar to the Supervisor IP Coding monthly* Escalates problematic issues to the next level of management for guidance in resolution of issues* Provides first class customer service - courteous and helpful to all internal and external customer types- Answers questions in a courteous and professional manner- Partners with internal and external services as needed to ensure appropriate referral is made- Greets and engages with a smile- Determines needs, seeks positive experience and outcomes* Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities* Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types- Maintains general upkeep of work area and maintains a safe environment- Maintains and promotes professionalism- Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics- Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards* Maintains knowledge of and follows all laws, rules, regulations, policies and SOPs for assigned area, e.g. MICS, TICS, hospital standards, health codes, food sanitation, accounting principles, etc.* Performs all other duties as assignedCompetencies:Essential:* Able to follow instructions, both written and oral * Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements* Must be self-motivated* Ability to work independently* Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability* Able to read, understand and apply regulations and policies* Possess basic knowledge of medical terminology* Applied knowledge of medical coding and billing guidelines* Organizational and time-management* Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and managementSkills:Essential:* Basic Computer skillsExperience:Essential:* 1 year directly related experienceEducation:Essential:* High School, GED or EquivalentCredentials:Essential:* Registered Health Information Administrator* Registered Health Information Technician* Certified Coding Assistant* Certified Coding Specialist* Certified Professional Coder* Pass general background checkWorking Conditions:Essential:* Works in an office setting* Sitting up to 100% of shift* Walking up to 25% of shift* Frequently lift and or carry and or carry up to 10 lbs* Sometimes lift and or carry up to 25 lbs* Pass pre-employment drug test