Job Information
Corewell Health Coder in Southfield, Michigan
Job Summary
Reviews all pertinent documentation, including but not limited to: Physician documentation, nursing documentation, laboratory and radiology reports, treatment records, and other documentation within the electronic medical record. Select and sequence appropriate diagnostic and procedures codes utilizing ICD-9/ICD-10 CM and/or CPT-4 codes. Ability to charge and/or code the following: Ambulatory surgery coding – ICD-9/ICD-10 diagnostic codes as well as CPT-4 procedural codes that are not charge master driven; Observation coding - ICD-9/ICD-10 diagnostic codes as well as CPT-4 procedural codes that are not charge master driven; ER Coding - ICD-9/ICD-10 diagnostic codes as well as CPT-4 procedural codes that are not charge master driven; Ancillary Coding - ICD-9/ICD-10 diagnostic coders; ER Charging – Charge appropriate procedures in the billing system. (CPT code driven); Observation Charging – Charge appropriate procedures in the billing system. (CPT code driven); Interventional Radiology Charging – Charge appropriate procedures in the billing system. (CPT code driven)
Essential Functions
Consistently Meets Quarterly Productivity Standard:• ≥95%Consistently Meets Quarterly Quality Standard:• ≥95%Consistently Completes Quarterly Mandatory Coding Educations:• 15 CEU – (Formal/Informal)
Codes/charge outpatient records (Ambulatory Surgery, Observation, Emergency and Ancillary) according to coding guidelines and conventions. Assigns diagnoses and procedures for billing, data retrieval and research purposes, using numerical codes of ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 coding.
Optimize codes for reporting and generates APCs for all outpatient records.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines
Assures accounts that cannot be coded are held for valid reasons and documented accurately utilizing Unbilled Reason Codes (URCs)/GQ Flags
Makes determinations on consolidating coded clinical information from multiple registrations or splitting coded information from single admissions based on reporting rules. Advises Billing Department of these determinations.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .
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Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Relocation assistance (OPTIONAL)
Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required 2 years of relevant coding experience.
Certifications
CRT-Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA American Health Information Management Association Upon Hire required Or
CRT-Professional Coder - AAPC American Academy of Professional Coders Upon Hire required Or
CRT-Outpatient Coder, Certified (COC) - UNKNOWN Unknown Upon Hire required Or
CRT-Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AAPC American Academy of Professional Coders Upon Hire required Or
CRT-Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA American Health Information Management Association Upon Hire required.
About Corewell Health
As a team member at Corewell Health, you will play an essential role in delivering personalized health care to our patients, members and our communities. We are committed to cultivating and investing in YOU. Our top-notch teams are comprised of collaborators, leaders and innovators that continue to build on one shared mission statement - to improve health, instill humanity and inspire hope. Join a nationally recognized health system with an ambitious vision of continued advancement and excellence.
Primary Location
SITE - Beaumont Service Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd
Department Name
Professional Coding
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Weekly Scheduled Hours
40
Hours of Work
Variable
Days Worked
Monday to Friday
Weekend Frequency
N/A
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An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.