Medical Coder at Neuropsychiatric Hospitals

Phoenix, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical Coding, ICD10, DRG Optimization, Clinical Auditing, Data Abstraction, Patient Records, Compliance, Healthcare, Reimbursement, Quality Improvement, Patient Safety, Clinical Process Improvement, Medical Records, Abstracting Clinical Information, Healthcare Regulations, Interdisciplinary Approach

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

About Us Healing Body and Mind. NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals is a national leader in behavioral healthcare, specializing in patients with acute psychiatric and complex medical needs. Our hospitals use an interdisciplinary, multi-specialty approach that delivers high-quality, patient-centered care when it’s needed most. With locations in Indiana, Michigan, Texas, and Arizona, we’re expanding access to our unique model of care across the United States. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families every day Overview NeuroPsychiatric Hospital is looking for a Medical Coder with an RHIT certification to work at our Phoenix hospital. NPH is the national leader in providing medical and neurobehavioral care to patients in acute psychiatric distress. The number one priority for all staff is clinical excellence with exceptional compliance performance. Benefits of joining NPH Competitive pay rate Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company match Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Programs Generous PTO and Time Off Policy Special tuition offers through Capella University Work/life balance with great professional growth opportunities Employee Discounts through LifeMart Responsibilities The Medical Coder is responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient and medical records according to hospital policies, regulatory requirements and reimbursement. This position also requires assembling, analyzing, retrieving and filing of medical records. Performs clinical auditing and data abstraction of patient records in support of contracted facility’s clinical process improvement and patient safety initiatives associated with participation in. Reviews results of audits and identified trends are reviewed with Clinical Nurse Specialists, unit-assigned clinical staff, Performance Improvement staff, and physician quality task forces. Additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Education: Associates degree in medical coding. Experience: At least one (1) year of medical coding experience within an acute care hospital setting. Experience in ICD10 and DRG optimization as well as and abstracting clinical information for billing preparation and statistical purposes and three years of QDA Credential: Current or eligible RHIA, RHIT credential required

Responsibilities

The Medical Coder is responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient and medical records according to hospital policies and regulatory requirements. This position also requires assembling, analyzing, retrieving, and filing of medical records.