All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Benefits from Day One
Paid Days Off from Day One
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Insurance*
Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full-Time Flexible
Location: Remote
The Inpatient Coder is responsible for reviewing, analyzing and interpreting clinical documentation contained in the medical record applying appropriate ICD9 and DRG codes conventions and requirements of Medicare Prospective Payment System. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
Reviews, analyzes, and interprets clinical documentation, seeking clarification from the physician when discrepancies exist. Effectively communicates with physicians and allied health personnel the need for comprehensive, accurate timely clinical documentation.
Applies ICD-9 codes, ICD-10 codes, DRG codes, present on admission codes, patient status codes, and participating physician codes with an understanding of how each is used and the impact the accuracy of the data has on mortality rates, clinical quality, reimbursement, internal score cards and key quality indicators.
Utilizes thorough understanding of the Official Coding Guidelines, Coding Clinic guidance, medical necessity and coverage determinations
Uses critical thinking and sound judgment in decision making; keeping reimbursement considerations in balance with regulatory compliance.
Assumes personal responsibility for professional growth, development, and continuing education to maintain a high level of proficiency.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
· RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CIC certification
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED
· CRT or RN Certification
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· High school diploma and two years of coding education (medical coding certificate program or 2-year HIM program), including medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology coursework.
· Three or more (3 ) years of inpatient hospital coding experience, including cases requiring specialized coding skills, such as cardiovascular surgery, neurosurgery, trauma surgery, neonatology, pediatrics, plastic and reconstruction surgery, bariatric surgery, cardiology, and other services and procedures provided in a tertiary care facility.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
Extensive experience with cases requiring more complex coding skills, such as advanced cardiovascular, cardiothoracic, neurological, and orthopedic surgical procedures, extended or prolonged length of stays (> 100 days), BMT and other solid organ transplantations, ECMO, cutting-edge surgical advancements that are considered new and innovative, procedures that
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Health Information Management
Organization: AdventHealth Orlando
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 24043563
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.