Remote Coder Certified - HIM Outpatient

Job Details

System Services | Miamisburg | Full-Time | First Shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

JOB SUMMARY

• Responsible for coding and abstracting all outpatient patient records using ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS coding
  
  

rules, federal guideline and KHN guidelines. Supports hospital’s accounts receivable goals through timely

processing of records and physician record completion activities.

• Impacts delivery of quality patient care and enhanced clinical decision making process.
• Supports clinical outcomes measurement and assessment process for service lines.
• Completes assigned duties and other related tasks.
• The list is not inclusive, duties may be modified to fulfill departmental needs or goals.
  
  

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

Associate degree or higher in Health Information Management - Preferred

Required Licenses

[Ohio, United States] Coder, Health Information

RHIT or RHIA certification and/or CCS certification.

Member of AHIMA - preferred

RHIT/RHIA eligible will also be considered with coding/abstracting experience preferred (must sit for the exam

at first available offering after completion of RHIT/RHIT program including passing their certification exam

within one year of the first attempt.)

Minimum Work Experience

Two years of experience coding in acute outpatient hospital setting

Required Skills

• Proficient in data entry using Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Proficient user of 3M CRS and CAC.
• Ability to navigate Epic EMR.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Application of medical terminology successfully translated to codeable language.
• Strength in anatomy and physiology associated with disease process.
• Knowledge of regulatory and governing body coding and billing guidelines.
  
  

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

New Hire/Annual Competencies

• Accurate code assignment both ICD-10 CM and CPT.
• Accurate abstracting for all required fields.
• Meets productivity expectations.
• Meets performance in quality assurance with acceptable score.
• Accurately processes payer edits to promote clean claims for billing.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential
  
  

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.