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The University of Vermont Medical Center

Coder Level II - HIM

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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.

$67,678 / year median in the U.S.

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Job Description

at The University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont, United States Job Description Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Manager, HIM (Coding) and following established hospital and Department policies and procedures, a Coder Level II will apply
ICD-10 CM
diagnostic and procedure codes as well as CPT procedure and Evaluation and Management codes to outpatient Emergency Care Center/Fast Track accounts. A Coder Level II will also be proficient in at least one other area of outpatient coding (ex. Ancillary Services, Clinics, OB-GYN, Medical Necessity, SNF). Position is remote.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Skills Required:
1. High School Diploma required. 2. Successful completion of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology classes. 3. Working knowledge of ICD-10CM and CPT coding guidelines and conventions. 4. Understanding of Medical Necessity for Medicare targeted tests. 5. One of the following experience/credential options: • A minimum of two years experience in Emergency Department (technical and profession). • A minimum of one year experience in Emergency Department (technical and professional) coding -PLUS- a minimum of one year experience in Ancillary Services/Clinic/OB-GYN/Medical Necessity/SNF coding and CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, or RHIA credential. 6. Ability to achieve and maintain at least a 93% accuracy level while meeting AHIMA productivity benchmarks for assigned primary coding duties. 7. Work requires a moderate level of interpersonal skills to interact with the Medical Staff, co-workers, and staff from various departments. 8. If the candidate is already in a Coder Level I position and wishes to train up to a Coder Level II position they will be eligible for Coder Level II pay rate once they are released from training on Emergency Department coding (technical and professional). As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided. The University of Vermont Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account