Experience with a variety of electronic medical records
Utilizes EMR Navigation to locate and obtain required medical records
Communicates with external facility staff with a high level of professionalism
Enters data into excel tracking workbooks
Utilizes coding platforms as required per divisional requirements
Prepares reports for aging and KPI for coding leadership as assigned or requested
Prepares data worksheets for coding reviews
Communicates daily assignments with vendor partners
Assists with maintenance of team playbooks (SOP/Pathways)
Interacts with and responds to physician coding documentation deficiencies
Monitors and tracks clinician responses to documentation deficiencies and provides feedback to Coding Quality and Education
Processes post-op pain rounding visits
Entry level coding (post prospective audit)
Performs other duties as assigned
Adheres to all company policies and procedures – especially HIPAA and confidentiality

High school graduate or equivalent
CPC-A, or CPC with limited experience in anesthesia, RHIT eligible or newly credentialed
Minimal level of coding experience with a basic understanding of documentation guidelines
Ability to self-motivate and initiate new projects when the opportunity presents itself
Ability to work independently but under the direction of the team lead or supervisor
Complete projects in a timely manner
Intermediate knowledge and working experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
Intermediate Outlook skills
Ability to type 50 words per minute
Communicate well with all levels of USAP employees and vendors
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to read, write, and speak English
Excellent computer skills

Coding Administrative Assistant

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