Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience or formal training in medical terminology., General computer skills and knowledge are required., Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential., Preferred experience in anatomy and physiology and coding software..

Key responsabilities:

Assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes for outpatient claims.

Abstract data elements for ancillary encounters as required.

Coordinate with Ancillary Departments regarding medical necessity issues.

Report inaccuracies in coding and adhere to HIM coding compliance policies.

Job description

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes for outpatient claims in order to ensure a valid data base to be used for research, reporting, quality improvement activities, management of days not final billed (DNFB) and appropriate reimbursement.

Job Essentials

1. Codes ancillary encounters utilizing ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes according to the official coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic for ICD-10-CM.
2. Abstracts data elements for ancillary encounters as required by the facility.
3. Coordinates with Ancillary Departments relative to medical necessity issues.
4. Meets facility productivity and quality standards for ancillary coding.
5. Utilizes official coding guidelines and resources as required including Coding Clinic for ICD-10-CM, Faye Brown Coding Handbook, UHDDS guidelines for sequencing, pharmacology reference, medical dictionary, CMS directives and bulletins, and Fiscal intermediary communications.
6. Reports inaccuracies found in coding software to HIM coding supervisor, reports any potential unethical and/or fraudulent activity per compliance policy, adheres to all HIM coding and compliance policies, and reports inaccuracy or inconsistencies in coding practices to the HIM coding supervisor.
7. Updates knowledge and skills by reviewing quarterly Coding Clinic and completing semi-annual quiz, attending Intermountain coder training as required, and reviewing coding newsletters.
8. Interacts and communicates effectively with other departmental personnel (i.e., medical staff).
9. Works effectively in achieving department tasks and goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience or formal training in medical terminology.
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Experience in general computer skills and knowledge.
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Experience in providing effective written and verbal communications.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or formal training in anatomy and physiology.
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Experience using coding software.

Physical Requirements:

Hearing / Listening, Manual Dexterity, Seeing, Speaking

Location:

Vine Street Office Building

Work City:

Murray

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$19.91 - $30.29

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.

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