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What is the role of a CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT at CalvertHealth?

The CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT position at CalvertHealth is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the relevant field.

Where is this CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT job located?

Prince Frederick, Maryland, 20678, United States

What type of employment is offered for this CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT role?

Full-time or part-time position

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This role spans multiple industries.

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Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT job near me in Prince Frederick, Maryland at CalvertHealth | Jobs and Employment

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS
- Reports to:
  - HIM Coding Manager
- Job Summary:
  - Codes and abstracts outpatient medical records in accordance with established coding conventions and guidelines.
- Education:
  - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or Coding, preferred. Position requires formal working knowledge equivalent to a two or four year degree in HIM or Coding.
- Registration/Certification/Licensure:
  - AHIMA Certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P)
  - AAPC Certifications (CPC, CPC-H)
- Experience:
  - 1+ years outpatient facility coding or related experience.
  - Possess a strong grasp of: Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APC's), all Patient Refined Diagnosis Related Groups (APR-DRGs) - Maryland, andPotentially Preventable Complications (PPCs)/Maryland Hospital Acquired Conditions (MHACS) experience, required.
  - Familiarity with Meditech and 3M Coding and Reimbursement System, preferred.
  - 360 Encompass experience, a plus.
- Other Requirements:
  - Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.
  - Comprehensive knowledge of Pathophysiology, disease processes, Pharmacology and Medical Terminology.
  - Ability to effectively communicate with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing.
  - Knowledge of HIM workflow.
  - Ability to complete and submit physician queries as appropriate.
  - Effectively communicates with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing, by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice.
  - Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements.
  - Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks producing quality work that is timely.
- FLSA Status:
  - Non-Exempt
- Populations Served/Patient Care Responsibilities
  - All age populations
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
  - Reviews clinical documentation and diagnostic results to accurately extract data and assign appropriate ICD-10-CM/CPT codes for billing internal and external reporting, research and regulatory compliance.
  - Accurately assigns codes utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for inpatient and outpatient records as documented in the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.
  - Assigns principal and secondary diagnosis and procedure codes using the computer system and encoder.
  - Works with the Clinical Documentation Analyst to assist in the development and improvement in the Clinical Documentation Improvement program (inpatient).
  - Contacts physicians when recognizing when further documentation clarification is needed for accurate coding and appropriately queries the physician.
  - Abstracts required data elements as instructed.
  - Establishes and maintains an outpatient coding accuracy rate of 95% or greater.
  - Establishes and maintains an outpatient coding production rate of 90% or greater.
  - Ensures HIPAA compliance at all times.
  - Abides by the standards of Ethical Coding set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).
  - Attends coding specific hospital meetings with the Director of HIM and/or the Coding Manager.

CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT in Prince Frederick, Maryland at CalvertHealth

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