DRG Coder, SR

Job Description Insight Global is seeking a highly skilled Inpatient DRG Coding Specialist to provide the advanced skills necessary for proper coding of all pertinent diagnoses and procedures and to provide optimal DRG assignment after thorough review of medical record and analysis of DRG options.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Selects records from EPIC WQ according to priority. Reviews all federally insured and other patient discharge encounters for accurate coding and sequencing of diagnoses and procedures. Correctly assigns ICD-10-CM diagnoses and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes and enters appropriate codes into EPIC Encoder. Identifies responsible staff and resident physicians for each procedure coded. Always protects confidentiality of patient information. Participates in section meeting and office in-services. Attends and participates in coding education sessions. Keeps coding knowledge and skills current through attending continuing education activities and reviewing pertinent literature. Obtains required CEU’s for certification and completes any required education. Works coding related charge reviews/claim edits daily to ensure timely and accurate billing within filing deadlines. Responsible for productivity and quality standards to adhere with coding compliance and federal regulations. Skills and Requirements Minimum of 3 years of experience as a DRG Coder High school Diploma or GED Experience coding level I trauma center or critical care centers Most be CCS, RHIA, or RHIT certified.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills Proficient in inpatient coding with the ability to audit and provide education to providers and coders -Experience with communicating, training, and/or educating providers in proficiency. Knowledge of coding guidelines, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, and medical abbreviations. Basic knowledge of IP DRG/PCS coding. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: #J-18808-Ljbffr Insight Global