Purpose: Ensure accuracy, completeness, and safe keeping of patient medical records at PCHD. Apply appropriate medical codes to assist in the preparation of a clean and accurate claim for payment.

Duties:

Assign codes to diagnoses and procedures, using ICD (International Classification of Diseases) and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes

• Ensure codes are accurate and sequenced correctly in accordance with government and insurance regulations
• Follow up with the provider on any documentation that is insufficient or unclear
• Communicate with other clinical staff regarding documentation
• Search for information in cases where the coding is complex or unusual
• Receive and review patient charts and documents for accuracy
• Review the previous day's batch of patient encounter for evaluation and coding
• Ensure that all codes are current and active

Additional Duties as assigned:

• Fulfill internal and external requests for release of medical information.
• Consolidate and reconcile monthly department statistics.
• Perform data extractions for internal and external reporting.
• Collect and report daily census information.
• Manage peer review program and present at medical staff.
• Track and report provider’s incomplete charts.
• HIPAA training and education for staff members at PCHD.
• All other duties as assigned by department manager.

Working Conditions:

Stands, sits, bends, lifts, and walks throughout the facility.

• Frequently sitting and typing.
• Occasionally pushing and pulling movements.
• May be subject to frequent interruptions.
• Communicates with Providers, nursing staff, and other department employees.
• May encounter angry or hostile patients and family.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Associate's Degree in Medical coding or successful completion of a certification program
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Excellent typing and 10-key speed and accuracy
• Commitment to a high level of customer service
• Strong mathematical skills
• Familiarity with ICD-10 codes and procedures
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• Able to work independently

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.29 - $31.11 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to have the COVID-19 vaccination or an approved medical/religious exemption prior to employment.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• American Falls, ID 83211: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Medical coding: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Medical Coding Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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