Location: Yonkers,NY, USA
The Medical Records Coder reviews and abstracts clinical data from patient's medical records regarding events concerning a patient's outpatient/ambulatory visit and procedures. S/He has the ability to code diagnoses and procedures using standardized classification systems (e.g. ICD-10, CPT, etc.) and updated billing references. Assures compliance with payer and government standards for reimbursement, complete various state mandated clinical reports if needed and, performs related duties.The Medical Records Coder will analyze data, trend and report findings on coding related items. Qualifications/ RequirementsHigh school diploma/ GED RequiredCertified Professional Coder certificationMust maintain their annual credits mandated by the AMAKnowledge of the principles and procedures of coding for various classificationsKnowledge of state and city requirementsAbility to educate staff and the physiciansAbility to understand specific payer rules and policiesGood communication and writing skillsEpic KnowledgeDepartment: Professional Services Bargaining Unit: 1199 Campus: YONKERS Employment Status: Regular Full-Time Address: 3 Executive Boulevard, YonkersShift: Day Scheduled Hours: 8:30 AM-5 PM Req ID: 222602 Salary Range/Pay Rate: $34.63 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the Montefiore Difference - who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here. Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values of Montefiore. We are committed to recruiting and creating an environment in which associates feel empowered to thrive and be their authentic selves through our inclusive culture. We welcome your interest and invite you to join us. Montefiore is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. N/A Mission:To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve.Vision:To be a premier academic medical center that transforms health and enriches lives.ValuesDefine our philosophy of care, they shape our actions and motivate and inspire us to pursue excellence and achieve the goals we have set forth for the future. Our values include: Humanity Innovation Teamwork Diversity Equity