Coder II at Plumas District Hospital

Morgantown, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Sep, 26

Salary

33.73

Posted On

11 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Coding, Abstracting, ICD-10, ICD-9-CM, CPT4, HCPCS, Medical Record Analysis, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Database Applications, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality Adherence, Independent Work

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Nature and Scope Accounts for coding and abstracting of patient encounters, including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements and complications. Researches and analyzes data needs for reimbursement. Analyzes medical record and identifies documentation deficiencies. Serves as resource and subject matter expert to other coding staff. Location Remote Compensation Compensation Philosophy: We have 6 pay increments on our clinical pay scales to compensate staff for 6 years of relevant experience. Compensation Range: $ 26.43- $33.73 / hour Job Status / Shift Information Full-time, benefited Qualifications Education: CCS or CPC certification Experience: Experience with International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10 and ICD-9-CM) Current Procedure Terminology (CPT4), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) coding systems, and other related documentation requirements. Understanding of the clinical content of a health record. Knowledge of and skill in word processing, spreadsheet and database PC applications. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent reading and writing skills and good verbal communication skills. Knowledge of and strict adherence to the hospital confidentiality policies. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the medical staff and hospital personnel. Typing and computer skills preferred. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Responsibilities On a daily basis, codes, abstracts and files all outpatient labs, radiology, respiratory, treatments, clinic visits, procedures, surgeries, emergency room records, inpatient and observations. 80% of accounts should be completed within 5 days of discharge. Completes a final check on all charts, including the following before the abstracting is completed; all reports, and visit notes are signed by physicians; checks orders to verify M.D. and licensed nurse have signed and noted orders; check progress notes to verify a signature for every note that has been made. Responsible for following all NCCI edits, CMS, Joint Commission and other regulatory agency rules and regulations. Follows the Code of Ethics adopted by the American Health Information Association. Willingly participates in continuing education/training as required by Manager. Willingly seeks out training opportunities and communicates with the Manager on training needs. Benefits / Perks Options offered to benefit eligible employees: Excellent Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, and Vision Plans Paid days for continuing education, bereavement, and jury duty Retirement Plans with 3% company contribution Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Considerable Paid Time Off And more! PDH Benefits to review more details on current options available Perks all employees can enjoy: Inclusive and connected work environment Competitive Compensation Discounted memberships with Flight/American Medical Care Network Shift differentials paid for certain work shifts, including Holiday pay Child Care: PDH is thrilled to provide our Child Care Center services to all families in our area. Our program is operational from 7:45am to 5:15pm, Monday through Friday, and is approved for children aged 0 to 5 years. After submitting your application, our Child Care Director will get in touch with you about your acceptance into the program. Once approved, we will start the enrollment process. PDH employees take priority on our waiting list. For any additional questions please contact our Child Care Center Director at 530-283-7165 or childcare@pdh.org Why Plumas District Hospital Work in a setting with rugged canyons, crystal clear lakes, grassy meadows, trout-filled streams, fresh pine forests, and brilliant star-filled skies. This is your chance to provide compassionate care with exceptional customer service at Plumas District Hospital. With a diverse population with people from all walks of life, PDH team members provide the residents of Quincy and the surrounding area with essential health care services that are vital to this small mountain community. PDH is located in Quincy, California which is the largest community in Plumas County and has a population of 5,000 residents. Quincy is nestled against the Western slope of the Sierra Nevada mountain range and tucked in at the edge of the lush American Valley. Chico, California is 80 miles west and Reno, Nevada is 80 miles east of Quincy. Join a medical team that puts community first. Click this link https://www.pdh.org/ to learn more about PDH providers, services, and surrounding community today! Contact Information Recruiter Name/Email: Nicholas Clawson Department Phone: 530-283-7169

Responsibilities

Responsible for coding and abstracting patient encounters across various departments including labs, radiology, and emergency room records. Ensures documentation accuracy, follows regulatory agency rules, and serves as a subject matter expert for other coding staff.