Inpatient Facility Coder -Contractor at AAPC

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Coding, Inpatient Coding, Anatomy, Physiology, Disease Process, Pharmacology, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Medical Terminology, Computer Skills, Critical Thinking, Multitasking, Customer Service, Time Management, Organization Skills, Work Ethic

Industry

Description

This is a remote role We are seeking a highly motivated and dedicated coding professional to join our team as an contract inpatient facility coder. This position is remote. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of coding experience with facility inpatient services. The position requires one to be resourceful, organized, independent, and extremely driven. The ideal candidate will possess the following: Minimum 5 years of coding experience Extensive coding in all aspects of inpatient coding High level of proficiency in anatomy, physiology, disease process, and pharmacology Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail oriented and deadline driven attitude Sound knowledge of medical terminology Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, and internet) Ability to think critically Ability to multitask and keep a sense of urgency Excellent customer service skills Strong time management, organization skills, and work ethic Job Duties: Accurately code medical records for all inpatient services Follow current ICD-10-CM and PCS coding guidelines Accurately assign POA (Present on Admission) indicators Understand and apply MS-DRGs and APR-DRGs Abstract additional client elements (ie: providers, surgical dates, etc) Ability to communicate effectively with Clinical Documentation Improvement specialists and reconcile DRGs Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines Stay updated about new coding rules as codes routinely change Responsible and accountable for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information. Follow HIPAA security policies and procedures affecting your job, and report any suspected or actual violation or breach Requires long periods of time sitting and using keyboard and mouse Meet and maintain department production and quality standards Additional tasks/duties as assigned by management Certification Requirements: CIC, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA Expected Work Volumes Work volumes will vary depending upon projects AAPC Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above-listed items.

Responsibilities

Accurately code medical records for all inpatient services and follow current ICD-10-CM and PCS coding guidelines. Communicate effectively with Clinical Documentation Improvement specialists and reconcile DRGs while maintaining confidentiality and integrity of protected health information.