Medical Coder - Outpatient Experience Job at Mohawk Valley Health System, Utica, NY

MWZaQkY4MWpLU1NqQS9naDhZSitXUT09
  • Mohawk Valley Health System
  • Utica, NY

Job Description

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Director CDI/Coding or designee, the Medical Records Coder I will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS.

Core Job Responsibilities

  • Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer
  • Audit charges and establish proper coding in collaboration with providers
  • Initiate and follow up on queries with providers
  • Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding
  • Respond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denials
  • Review and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures
  • Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

Required:

  • AS in Health Information Management , a related degree or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge of EMR, Coding Software, and Microsoft Office
  • Knowledge/understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits
  • Good Oral and Written Communication

Preferred:

  • BS in Health Information Management
  • Knowledge of Epic and 3M software

Licensure/Certification Requirements

PREFERRED:

  • RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification

Job Tags

Work at office,

Similar Jobs

VESTIQUE

Parttime Sales Associate Job at VESTIQUE

 ...South Carolina, Georgia, and Virginia. Role Description This is a part-time on-site role for a Sales Associate located in Greenville, SC. The Sales Associate will be responsible for assisting customers with their shopping needs, providing exceptional customer... 

INTERNATIONAL STAFFING CONSULTANTS

Radiation Therapist Job at INTERNATIONAL STAFFING CONSULTANTS

 ...TITLE: Radiation Therapist LOCATION: Centerburg, Ohio Now is your chance to join a top hospital where career growth and opportunity await you. They are committed to building healthcare teams whose care exceeds the expectations of their patients and community... 

Argyllinfotech

Technical Product Owner Job at Argyllinfotech

 ...Job Title: Technical Product Owner Location: Blue Bell, PA Experience: 12+ Duration: Long term PLEASE MENTION THE CURRENT...  ...and maintain the team backlog in coordination with the Scrum Master and Delivery Lead.Acceptance of user stories completed... 

CSC Serviceworks

Air & Vacuum Service Tech Job at CSC Serviceworks

 ...experience and proficiency with low-voltage systems. Use multi-meters and schematics to diagnose and resolve issues accurately and...  ...and motor repair. Proficiency with multi-meters and reading electrical schematics. Experience with low-voltage electrical... 

Yale New Haven Health

Registered Nurse - Surgery Job at Yale New Haven Health

Overview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals...