Job Information
Catholic Health Ancillary Coder HCS in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 18.42-27.64 USD
Facility: Administrative Regional Training Cntr
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: Catholic Health Emmaus
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days
Hours: M-F, 8am- 4:30pm hybrid remote option after successful completion of 90 day probationary period in office
Summary:
Working within the context of an interdisciplinary team setting, assigns ICD-10-CM diagnostic and CPT procedure codes as appropriate for ancillary services, including but not limited to Primary Care, Radiology, Laboratory medicine, Cardiology, Pulmonary Medicine, General Surgery, Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology, Rheumatology, Gerontology, Physical and Occupational Therapy for the purpose of accurate reimbursement, research and compliance with all applicable regulations. Diagnoses and procedures are coded through review of the ancillary services report, utilizing International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) and Current Procedure Terminology (CPT) classifications.
Responsibilities:
Educational Requirements
A graduate of a Certified Health Information Technology or Certified Medical Coder, with certification by the American Health Information Management Association or the American Academy of Professional Coders (CCS, CCS-P, CPC or COC)
Candidates are required to take and successfully pass a CHS coding test
Certification as an RHIA or RHIT is desirable but not required
An RHIA or RHIT eligible candidate would be considered if enrolled in a HIT or HIM program and has completed coding, medical terminology, anatomy & physiology
Successful certification within one (1) year of date of hire (AHIMA or AAPC)
Experience Requirements
Experience with electronic health records (HER) or practice management systems preferred
Maintains credentials by meeting AHIMA/ AAPC continuing education requirements
Previous outpatient coding or physician office coding experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Ability
Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
Must possess good communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain relationships and to work productively with all levels of personnel including Clinicians and staff
Patient and Client focused
- Accountable and results oriented
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Individual works in a hybrid office setting utilizing medical records, computers, electronic encoders, and reference books to assign appropriate codes for accurate reimbursement. NYS Driver's license and transportation is required for occasional travel.
REQNUMBER: 25066