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Savista, LLC
Coding Specialist II - Orthopedics
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What they do
A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.
$63,785 / year median in Georgia
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Coding Specialist II
- Orthopedics Savista, LLC
- 2.9 Alpharetta, GA Job Details $22.08
- $34.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Select and sequence ICD-10, and/orCPT/HCPCS
codes for designated patient types which may include but not limited to: Ancillary (Diagnostic)/ Recurring; Hospital, Clinic; Physician Pro Fee; Technical Fee or Evaluation and Management, any associated chart capturing with any patient type. Review and analyze facility records to ensure that APC assignments and/or Evaluation and Management codes accurately reflect the diagnoses/procedures documented in the clinical record. Abstract clinical data from the record after documentation review to ensure that it is adequate and appropriate to support diagnoses, procedures and discharge disposition is selected. Complete assigned work functions utilizing appropriate resources. May act as a resource with client staff for data integrity, clarification and assistance in understanding and determining appropriate and compliant coding practices including provider queries. Maintain strict patient and provider confidentiality in compliance with all HIPPA Guidelines. Participate in client and Savista staff meetings, trainings, and conference calls as requested and/or required. Maintain current working knowledge of ICD-10 and/or CPT/HCPCS and coding guidelines, government regulations, protocols and third-party requirements regarding coding and/or billing. Participate in continuing education activities to enhance knowledge, skills, and maintain current credentials.SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must successfully pass pre-employment skills assessment.Required:
An active AHIMA (American Health Information Association) credential including but not limited to RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, or an active AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) credentials COC (formerly CPC-H), CCS-P, or CPC or related specialty credential. Two years of recent and relevant hands-on coding experience Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, as well as ICD-10 andCPT/HCPCS
code sets Ability to consistently code at 95% threshold for quality while maintaining client-specific and/or Savista production and/or quality standards Proficient computer knowledge including MS Office including the ability to enter data, sort and filter excel files, (Outlook, Word, Excel) Must display excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills with all levels of internal and external customersPREFFERED SKILLS
Recent and relevant experience in an active production coding environment strongly preferred Associates degree in HIM or healthcare-related field, or combination of equivalent education and experience Experience using RCX Cerner, Optum (a plus)Note:
Savista is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $22.08- $34.
Benefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance