Typical pay range: $23.65 - $34.30 per hour, based ed on experience.
This position comes with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, a 403(b) retirement plan, and a generous Earned Time Off (ETO) program.
In addition, this position is eligible to work remotely from an approved state by St. Charles. Please review list of states. If you do not 100% reside in one of the approved states listed, we respectfully ask that you do not apply for this opening.
ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: PB Coding Specialist I – Entry Level Coding
REPORTS TO POSITION: HIM Coding Supervisor
DEPARTMENT: Health Information Management
DATE LAST REVIEWED: May 2024
OUR VISION: Creating America’s healthiest community, together
OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value
OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork
DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY: The Health Information Management Departments provide many services to our multi-hospital organization including prepping, scanning and indexing, physician deficiency analysis, release of information, medical record maintenance, facility and profee coding.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Professional Fee Coding Specialist I at St. Charles Health System is responsible for coding and charging SCMG Clinical Services as well as resolving billing edits and denials. This position does not directly manage other caregivers, however, may be asked to review and provide feedback on the work of other caregivers.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
Entry level skills in reading and interpreting documents contained in the medical record to identify and code all relevant ICD–10-CM diagnoses and CPT-4 procedures for professional fee charges by utilizing an encoder program, and following National and SCHS coding guidelines, Coding Clinic, and other appropriate coding references and tools to ensure proper code assignment and modifiers.
Abstracts medical record information in compliance with CMS requirements and SCHS abstracting procedures as appropriate. Uses available tools to check entries for accuracy. This may include data for clinical studies and quality management activities.
Captures the correct modifiers appropriate for CPT code assignment.
Reconciles CCI and Medical Necessity edits.
Maintains productivity and quality standards.
Works closely with the Patient Financial Services department on: medical necessity issues, claim denials, charge master issues, and charge auditor issues.
Supports the vision, mission, and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient, and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of an AHIMA Accredited Health Information Technology program or certification in a self-study course from AHIMA or AAPC.
Preferred: N/A
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
Required: Must possess a valid Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) certification or one of more of the following: RHIA, CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, COC, CPC-A, CPC-H. This position will require the caregiver to maintain required educational credits (CE) through AHIMA or AAPC.
Preferred: Risk Adjustment Coding (micro credential) or AAPCs Certified Adjustment Coder (CRC). Maintains required education credits (CE) through AHIMA and/or AAPC.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: N/A
Preferred: Experience professional fee coding with a Health Information Management focus. Some exposure with an encoder.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
Skills:
Position Specific:
Knowledge of ICD-10 CM
Knowledge of CPT-4 code assignment.
Knowledge of CCI and Medical Necessity edits
Knowledge of modifiers
Maintains professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, participating in educational opportunities.
Communication/Interpersonal:
Demonstrates SCHS values of Accountability, Caring and Teamwork in every interaction.
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent SCHS.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within SCHS and external customers/clients/potential employees.
Strong team working and collaborative skills.
Must have a positive attitude, ability to multi-task, pay close attention to details, and be able to act in a professional manner and demonstrate excellent public relations skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with frequent interruptions, maintaining the highest level of confidentiality at all times.
Ability to effectively reach consensus with a diverse population with differing needs.
Organizational:
Ability to multi-task and work independently.
Attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills,
Excellent written and oral communication
Excellent customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions.
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.
Language Skills:
Read, write, speak, and understand English.
Computer Skills:
Basic to intermediate ability and experience in computer applications, specifically electronic medical records system, and MS Office.
Basic experience in computer applications necessary to record time, obtain work directions, and complete assigned CBL’s.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Continually (75% or more): Use of clear and audible speaking voice and the ability to hear normal speech level.
Frequently (50%): Sitting, standing, walking, lifting 1-10 pounds, keyboard operation.
Occasionally (25%): Bending, climbing stairs, reaching overhead, carrying/pushing or pulling 1-10 pounds, grasping/squeezing.
Rarely (10%): Stooping/kneeling/crouching, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling 11-15 pounds, operation of a motor vehicle.
Never (0%): Climbing ladder/step-stool, lifting/carrying/pushing or pulling 25-50 pounds, ability to hear whispered speech level.
Exposure to Elemental Factors
Never (0%): Heat, cold, wet/slippery area, noise, dust, vibration, chemical solution, uneven surface.
Blood-Borne Pathogen (BBP) Exposure Category
No Risk for Exposure to BBP
Schedule Weekly Hours:
40
Caregiver Type:
Regular
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Is Exempt Position?
No
Job Family:
SPECIALIST HIM
Scheduled Days of the Week:
Monday-Friday
Shift Start & End Time:
Flexible within core working hours
