HIM Coder/Biller at Cozad Community Hospital

Cozad, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Coding, Medical Billing, HIPAA Compliance, Medical Terminology, Data Entry, Customer Service, Communication, Record Maintenance, Insurance Billing, Clearinghouse Operations

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Job Title: Coder/Biller Division: Finance Department: Health Information Management Supervisor: HIM Manager Status: Non-Exempt Our Mission: To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve demonstrating compassionate, patient-centered care. Summary The HIM Coder is responsible for coding all medical records accurately in accordance with federal and state guidelines and perform daily functions of the Health Information Department, in accordance with the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Cozad Community Health System. Essential Duties and Responsibilities This description intends to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performs accurate coding of all medical record information. Communicates with providers on coding changes. Researches and maintains current knowledge with billing and coding changes by utilizing all resources. Works in Clearinghouse to bill insurance companies. Maintains charts appropriately including ensuring outpatient charts are complete. Performs medical records clerical duties. Follows all HIPAA guidelines and promotes and ensures patient safety. Fulfill mission statement by performing job duties with a high level of customer service while contributing to a positive and professional environment. Special projects and other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and complete errands based on business needs. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office and patient care environment. The noise level in the office environment is usually moderate. Equal Employment Opportunity Cozad Community Health System is committed to hiring and developing the most qualified employees from the available workforce in the communities we serve. Equal employment opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Cozad Community Health System, where employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination and retaliation because of veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, color, national origin or ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable local, state, or federal law. Requirements Education and/or Experience Associates Degree in Health Information or a related field preferred. Computer experience in a healthcare setting and medical terminology knowledge required. Licensure/Certification AHIMA or AAPC Coding Certification Basic Life Support (CPR) Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

The HIM Coder is responsible for accurately coding all medical records according to federal and state guidelines and performing daily functions of the Health Information Department. This includes communicating with providers regarding coding changes and working within the Clearinghouse to bill insurance companies.