Join University Health as a Senior Coding Specialist, where you will leverage your extensive coding experience to ensure accurate coding and compliance in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role is pivotal in upholding quality standards and regulatory adherence, enhancing patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Code Inpatient, Observations, and Outpatient Surgery visits using ICD-9-CM and CPT systems
Ensure proper DRG assignment and complete Diagnosis and Procedure Coding Abstract
Promote the Health System's guest relations policy
Comply with Federal and State Regulations and accrediting bodies including HIPAA and JCAHO
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
At least 10 years of coding experience in a health care setting
Successful completion of a Certified Coding Program or Health Information Management Program
Certification: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS
Knowledge of regulatory requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products
Familiarity with 3M Encoding and Grouping software