Medical Records Coder III Position Available In Monroe, New York

Medical Records Coder III
Rochester, NY
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Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

900370

Health Info Mgmt-Coding Work Shift:

UR – Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 106 H

Compensation Range:

$21.36 – $29.90 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximumpensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job’spensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE

Reviews codes for accuracy in accordance with coding rules and policies. Responsible for system edit reviews and follows up on insurance coding denials for resolution.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Uses knowledge of coding systems and system logic to review codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assigns codes through medical record documentation as per designated workflow. Completes system edit reviews to make corrections before transmittal. Troubleshoots problems that prevent claims from being released. Identifies cause of edit and independently resolves issue by reviewing the patient encounter to understand the nature of the problem. Provides feedback for correction and follow-up. May abstract data and review codes for accuracy. Ensures accurate reimbursement based on guidelines and/or abstraction of provider documentation. Responds to coding information requests and inquiries from various sources. Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or iplete. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year Medical Coder experience required Associate’s degree preferred Or equivalentbination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC required Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accreditation examination for Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or (Registered Health Information Technician) RHIT or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) preferred Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or Certified Medical Coder (CMC) from Practice Management Institute preferred The University of Rochester ismitted to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and weing culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University ismitted to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). Thismitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

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