PRN Certified Coding Analyst in Miami, Oklahoma at Northeastern Tribal Health System

Position Summary: The incumbent will be responsible for the chart data analysis according to billing guidelines and entry of health information into the Electronic Health Record.

Position responsibilities:

• Analyzes ambulatory encounter forms for completeness/accuracy according to CMS and health record guidelines.
• Performs audits of the electronic health record for valid documentation and procedure codes.
• Operates R.P.M.S. peripheral equipment for the purpose of key-entering data for exporting to the third party billing system.
• Key enters data from P.C.C and the electronic health record in order to select the most accurate and descriptive ICD-10-CM code or CPT procedural code for such items as: Final diagnosis, problem list (change/additions), treatment notes, E&M and procedure codes, Operative procedures (Present/Historical), Injury Codes (including cause and place), Lab tests and X-rays.
• Directly participates in discussion with medical, dental, optometry, pharmacy, mental health and billing staff on the anatomical/physiological process of a diagnosis to select the most accurate specific ICD-10 CM and CPT codes for the documentation provided, as well as review chart data to ensure proper medical record guidelines are met.
• Ensures all quality assurances are met.
• Completes error reports.
• Provides training and educational materials for the medical staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential skills and experience:

• American Academy of Professional Coders Certification – CPC
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM code.
• Skill in the practical use of electronic systems to provide general clerical office support.
• Ability to exercise considerable tact in maintaining effective work relationships with various employees, clients, and patients.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• Three to five years’ experience preferred.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree.

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands: While performing duties of job, employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Employee must occasionally lift and/ or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Indian preference applies. Applicants can submit an application, resume with a cover letter, and a copy of CDIB or Tribal membership card (if applicable) to Northeastern Tribal Health System, Human Resources Director, Destiny Mayes, P.O. Box 1498 Miami, OK 74355, faxed to (855)745-3601, or emailed to destiny.mayes@nthsclinic.com . Selection of the qualified applicant is contingent upon drug screen and background check. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.