Remote Medical Coder- Hospital Inpatient

Company: Guidehouse
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Job Family :
General Coding
Travel Required :
None
Clearance Required :
None
What You Will Do :
The Remote Medical Coder - Hospital Inpatient will review clinical documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-10 and PCS Diagnosis codes as defined for the service type, for coding, billing, internal and external reporting, research as required, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the coding manager-the coder should accurately code conditions and procedures as documented and in accordance with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, CMS and any other official coding guidelines established for use with mandated standard code sets. This is a 100% full time remote position.

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  Maintains a working knowledge of ICD-9-10 PCS and CPT coding principles, governmental regulations, official coding guidelines, and third-party requirements regarding documentation and billing.
  
  
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  Assures that all services documented in the patient's chart are coded with appropriate ICD-10/PCS codes. When services/diagnoses are not documented appropriately, seeks to attain proper documentation in a timely manner according to facility standards.
  
  
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  Achieves and maintains 95% accuracy in coding while maintaining a high level of productivity.Maintains average productivity standards as follows: 3 IP charts per hour (These productivity standards are Guidehouse general expectations and are subject to change based upon Guidehouse client agreements and/or other factors as determined by management. Notification of expected productivity will be conveyed by Management prior to assignment of a client project).
  
  
  What You Will Need :
  
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    Minimum 3-5 years+ previous work experience coding hospital acute care Inpatient records.
    
    
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    CCS, RHIT or RHIA Certification from AHIMA required.
    
    
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    Must have experience working in systems such as EPIC, Cerner, Optum and/or 3M
    
    
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    Must have good working knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology as well as Medical Terminology.
    
    
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    Must have advanced knowledge of Coding clinics ICD-10-CM and PCS
    
    
    What Would Be Nice To Have :
    
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      Previous experience working with CDI and physician queries.
      
      
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      Has ability to analyze Provider documentation and assign codes accurately.
      
      
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      Strong knowledge and application of Government and other payer guidelines as they relate to compliant coding.
      
      
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      The annual salary range for this position is $50,600.00-$91,100.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
      What We Offer :
      Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
      Benefits include:
      
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        Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
        
        
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        Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
        
        
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        Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
        
        
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        Parental Leave
        
        
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        401(k) Retirement Plan
        
        
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        Basic Life & Supplemental Life
        
        
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        Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
        
        
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        Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
        
        
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        Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
        
        
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        Skills Development & Certifications
        
        
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        Employee Referral Program
        
        
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        Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
        
        
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        Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
        
        
        About Guidehouse
        Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
        Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
        If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com . All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
        Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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