Inpatient Coding Quality Officer I - (All Other Payer)
RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Oceanport, NJ
7 days ago
$75,597.00 - $117,458.00
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Job Description
As an Inpatient Coding Quality Officer I at RWJBarnabas Health, you will ensure coding accuracy and integrity for inpatient encounters. You will leverage your expertise in coding and compliance to educate and support a team while maintaining high quality standards. Join us to make a significant impact in healthcare delivery and community health.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure accuracy and integrity of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and DRG assignment
Critically analyze inpatient medical records for coding accuracy
Manage SMART pending queues for acute care facilities
Educate and coach coders on coding principles and assignments
Maintain an excellent organizational average accuracy rate
Monitor and report on coding processes and outcomes
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in experience
4+ years acute care coding and/or auditing experience with a Bachelor's degree
7+ years acute coding and/or auditing experience without a Bachelor's degree
Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding
Knowledge of billing and coding regulations
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Critical thinking and analytical skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred Qualifications
CPC-H, RHIT, RHIA, and/or RN
Benefits & Perks
Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts through partners (e.g., NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon)