Remote Hospital Inpatient Coder III

Overview

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LOCATION:

Remote

This position is remote; however applicants must be physically located and authorized to work in one of the following states: Alabama Arkansas Florida Georgia Illinois Louisiana Michigan New Hamsphire North Carolina Ohio Pennsylavnia South Caroline Tennessee Texas Virginia Wisconsin

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians clinical documentation improvement specialist quality and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing research internal and external reporting and regulatory compliance. Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. Facilitates accurate data for patient acuity severity of illness and quality outcomes.

High School diploma or equivalent. 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment. Must complete coding proficiency evaluation. Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs disease process clinical pharmacology anatomy and physiology and medical terminology.

(Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers typing reading writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks;

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting ; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation ; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.

Required Experience:

IC