REGIONAL INPATIENT CODING DOC ANALYST & EDUCATOR
Lansing, Michigan
Employer: Sparrow Health System
Industry: Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job ID: 45874
Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Implement/maintain a coding quality review system for inpatient coders within the Regional Health System to assure appropriateness, accuracy and compliance for ICD-10-CM/PCS code assignments, DRG grouping, Present on Admission (POA) indicators, Severity of Illness (SOI) and Risk of Mortality (ROM) in accordance with CMS guidelines and AHA Official ICD-10 Coding Guidelines. Provide education to all staff within the CDI/Coding unit within Revenue Cycle.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
Job Requirements
General Requirements
• Certification as an RHIT or CCS through the American Health Information Management Association. • RHIA - preferred
Work Experience
• Minimum of 3 years relevant coding experience
Education
• Associate's degree in HIM or relevant healthcare field • Bachelor's degree - preferred
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
• Extensive knowledge of ICD-10 coding principles and guidelines, DRG process, POA, SOI and ROM scoring • Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and payer-specific regulations and policies pertaining to documentation, coding, and billing. • Knowledge of ICD-10 coding and current rules /regulations regarding reimbursement and billing compliance • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet applications. • Optum and/or 3M encoder experience - preferred
University of Michigan Health Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Job Family
Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health Requirements:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Implement/maintain a coding quality review system for inpatient coders within the Regional Health System to assure appropriateness, accuracy and compliance for ICD-10-CM/PCS code assignments, DRG grouping, Present on Admission (POA) indicators, Severity of Illness (SOI) and Risk of Mortality (ROM) in accordance with CMS guidelines and AHA Official ICD-10 Coding Guidelines. Provide education to all staff within the CDI/Coding unit within Revenue Cycle.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Develops, implements, and monitors chart review system for inpatient coders.
- Performs chart reviews across multiple service lines utilizing appropriate coding references and guidelines.
- Designs, implements, and conducts effective training programs to support the Regional inpatient coding team within revenue cycle.
- Partners with CDI for documentation needed for quality initiative programs.
- Communicates opportunities for improved workflow to information technology and/or EPIC analysts
- Identifies and implements coding opportunities to maximize reimbursement.
- Maintains standardized compliance with Sparrow compliance policies.
- Other projects as assigned.
Job Requirements
General Requirements
• Certification as an RHIT or CCS through the American Health Information Management Association. • RHIA - preferred
Work Experience
• Minimum of 3 years relevant coding experience
Education
• Associate's degree in HIM or relevant healthcare field • Bachelor's degree - preferred
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
• Extensive knowledge of ICD-10 coding principles and guidelines, DRG process, POA, SOI and ROM scoring • Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and payer-specific regulations and policies pertaining to documentation, coding, and billing. • Knowledge of ICD-10 coding and current rules /regulations regarding reimbursement and billing compliance • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet applications. • Optum and/or 3M encoder experience - preferred
University of Michigan Health Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Job Family
Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health Requirements:
Created: 2024-09-19
Reference: 45874
Country: United States
State: Michigan
City: Lansing
ZIP: 48933