Inpatient Rehabilitation Coding Specialist – IRF

Role Overview

• Works remotely to code IRF records using current ICD coding version and within timeframe set by supervisor.
• Maintains coding schedule as assigned by the Area Director.
• Works closely with the PPS Coordinator/Outcomes Manager in assigning the Impairment Code for all admissions as well as other newly diagnosed conditions.
• Serves as back-up for the hospital to transmit IRF PAIs in a timely manner for all Medicare inpatients.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient care information to ensure patient rights are protected.
• Participates in continuing education classes and training programs.
• Completes annual health, safety and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served.
• Reports to work on time as scheduled; adheres to policies regarding notification of absence.
• Attends all mandatory in-services and staff calls.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Works within the mission, vision, ethics and goals of the organization.
• Maintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable.
• Consistently demonstrates Guest Relation’s skills to physicians, hospital employees and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact.
• Consistently follows organizational and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures.
• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws, follows organizational policies in provision of patient confidentiality. Able to identify patient confidentiality issues and reports to supervisor.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with standards set forth in LifePoint’s Code of Conduct, LifePoint policy and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable standards.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Advanced computer knowledge.
• Knowledge of basic office equipment.
• Appropriate telephone communication skills.

Requirements

• Certifications: RHIT, RHIA or coding certification (CCA, CCS) by AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) or coding certification (CPC, CIC) by AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) required.
• Experience: Minimum two years’ current experience in inpatient rehabilitation hospital coding (UB04 and IRF PAI).

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short
• and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.