Coding Tech-Inpatient | HIM | Full Time | HYBRID (ON-SITE/REMOTE)

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2594983 Requisition Number:**[CODIN003786]{bind="text: RequisitionNumber()" automation="requisition-number"} The Medical Coding Tech is responsible for assignment of accurate Evaluation and Management (E&M) codes, ICD diagnoses, current procedural terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), modifiers and quantities derived from medical record documentation (paper or electronic) for outpatient encounters. Trains and educates Staff of coding issues and plays a significant role in coding compliance activities. Job Duties and Responsibilities**\ Codes patient data utilizing EPIC systems to ensure optimal reimbursement to the hospital.\ Meets productivity standards\ Abstracts data from the patients medical record using the 3M computerized abstracting system to compile accurate and timely statistical data.\ Verifies accuracy of information by identifying such things as patients name, DOB, hospital billing account number, medical record number and location in hospital to ensure proper chart is processed.\ Reviews medical charts for deficiencies and completes appropriate forms as directed by Coding Manager and/or Department Manager.\ Performs other related duties as needed to support the achievement of department goals and objectives.\ Reads the coding updates as received on a monthly basis.\ Stays apprised of changes in the CPT/HCPCS, modifiers, NCCI edits, and ICD-10-CM coding nomenclatures.\ Complies with the Coding guidelines and Billing Compliance standards of GMC.\ Follow five fundamentals of patient communication: Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You (AIDET)\ Practices and promotes the culture of safety.\ Supports, promotes, and adheres to the Standards of Behavior.\ Adheres to the National Patient Safety Goals. **Required Licenses and/or Certifications** One of the following coding credentials, recognized by American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and/or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC):\ Certified Professional Coder (CPC)\ Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)\ Certified Coder Specialist Physician (CSS-P) with appropriate level of experience. **Required Work experience** A minimum of two (2) years experience in the outpatient setting (Physicians office or ambulatory surgery centers) within the last five years, including assignment of E & M, CPT, and HCPCS codes.\ Multiple specialties encompass different medical specialties (i.e. Family Practice, Pediatrics, Gastroenterology, OB/GYN, etc.) that utilize ICD, E&M, CPT, and HCPCS codes.\ Ancillary specialties (PT/OT, Radiology, Lab, Nutrition, etc.) that usually do NOT use E & M codes do not count as qualifying experience.\ Additionally, coding auditing and training exclusively for specialties such as home health, skilled nursing facilities, and rehabilitation care will not be considered as qualifying experience.\ Coding experience limited to making codes conform to specific payer requirements for the business office (insurance billing, account receivable) is not a qualifying factor. **Required knowledge, skills, and abilities** Working knowledge of coding/abstraction, medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, APCs and DRGs Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology is required Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office products) Effective interpersonal communication skills to acquire needed information and maintain cooperative work relationships with physicians Excellent communication skills Exceptional organizational/Time management skills, verbal and written Communication Skills Required Ability to organize work priorities and meet specific objectives under time constraints Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to be a team player in a team-oriented environment Proficient at 10 key Ability to use fax, photocopier, PC, microfiche reader/printer, scanner Preferred Qualifications Prefer experience in a hospital and clinic setting **Functional Demands** Population(s) served Neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Physical demands Lifting: Occasional: maximum of 30 lbs. from floor to chest height, 1 x year. Frequent: none Items lifted- box of records. Transfers: None Push/Pull: Minimal force required to pushcart of records, 1 x day for 300 yards. Carry: Maximum of 3 lbs. for 100 yards. Medical records and papers. Computer: 95% of day, 20% mouse, 80% data entry. Fine Motor: High degree for data entry, manipulations papers