Reviewing documentation in inpatient and/or IVR (interventional radiology) medical records
Accurately and completely assigning appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS/CPT-4 HCPCS procedural codes
Abstract demographic and coding information accurately and completely
Codes and abstracts medical records with a minimum of accuracy
Meets productivity standards
Queries providers, if needed to further clarify code
Manages additional coding responsibilities
Resolves coding edits and reminders, correcting abstracting and coding issues in a timely manner
Completes and routes problem accounts, ready to code, high dollar and other accounts daily
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum 3 years of acute care inpatient and/or IVR coding experience
Must have demonstrated maintenance of a or higher accuracy in abstracting, code and DRG assignment while meeting productivity requirements in previous roles.
Ability to work in a remote environment.
Computer/data entry experience.
Ability to communicate with various members of the healthcare team.