Ancillary And Charge Entry Coder - Coding - FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly)

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Ancillary and Charge Entry Coder is responsible for researching each diagnosis for test ordered by physician and/or charge entering CPT codes and diagnoses for nursing homes, interps, and other services deemed as charge entry. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions:

• Assigns codes for diagnosis, modifiers, and/or CPT codes to designated accounts and maintaining 90% quality standards.
• Codes/enters charts within an appropriate number of charts per hour.
• Coordinates completion of the A/R report and/or is compliant with late charges.
• Remain informed about coding issues to comply with federal regulations.
• Responds promptly to internal and external customer coding requests. Responds promptly to Business Office requests to code or review coded accounts for accuracy. Works closely with other departments to ensure all data captured is accurate (i.e. Provider Clinics or Outpatient Registration).
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills. Will help cover other areas as assigned.
• Ability to code or charge entry ancillary, interps, nursing homes, and designated charge entry clinics.
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• Certification of coding will be required within 1 year, which includes RHIA, RHIT, CCA, CCS, CPC, COC, CIC, CPC-P, CEMC, CEDC.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:

• Knowledge of coding regulations, CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS.
• CCI edits, LMRP, computer knowledge (Windows Based), and must be able to communicate written and orally with physicians.
• The ability to work independently as well as on a team.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills and the ability to change and be flexible with work priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.

Compensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.

Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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• Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.