Clinic Coder

Position Status: Full time Shift: First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours per week: 40 Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Reviews medical record documentation and assigns accurate ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for services provided by physicians and other qualified healthcare professionals. Position may qualify as hybrid or fully remote. If within 60 miles of Topeka Campus may be required to appear on site in the event of a system-wide downtime. Both hybrid and fully remote will be required to fulfill all organizational mandated requirements (i.e. influenza vaccines). Experience Qualifications 2 years Coding experience. Preferred Skills and Abilities Knowledge of medical terminology. (Preferred proficiency) Knowledge of reimbursement processes and regulatory guidelines and ability to process claims through application and understanding of these guidelines. (Preferred proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA Required or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AHIMA Required or Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-Based (CCS-P) - AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) is also accepted. Required or Certified Professional Coder - AAPC Required What you will do Selects and enters appropriate ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM and CPT codes utilizing encoding system and application of appropriate coding guidelines and resources. Utilizes Electronic Medical Record applications to process claims electronically and/or manually on clinic encounter charge tickets when appropriate. Routes completed charge tickets to business office for timely charge entry. Proficient with assignment of evaluation and management codes and medical necessity documentation guidelines. Complies with all payer specific guidelines for appropriate code assignment. Provides proper date and accident information on charge claims. Works in collaboration with clinic and hospital staff towards claim resolution. Continually monitors and works assigned coding queues as assigned by Director. Works professionally and in a timely manner to resolve all claim issues or business office inquiries. Attends monthly department meetings and provides feedback on coding topics when appropriate. Contacts physician or other qualified healthcare professionals when deemed necessary to clarify ambiguous or missing documentation for services rendered. Notifies Director of all documentation/billing practices that do not meet facility or regulatory guidelines. Continually educates self to stay current with coding guidelines and regulatory changes through use of educational materials. May be required to converse and educate physicians or other qualified healthcare professionals on coding/billing practices when appropriate. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Not Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability Hybrid Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 10 lbs Repetitive Motions: Frequently 3-5 Hours Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Physical Demand Comments: The vision requirements include: close vision and ability to adjust focus. Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hour Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hour Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour Noise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hour Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications. Email your resume and cover letter to the applicable team below. We'll review your experience to see if there may be a fit with other current or upcoming opportunities. Nursing: nursingcareers@stormontvail.org Allied Health: alliedhealth@stormontvail.org Ancillary: ancillary@stormontvail.org Interested in working in Healthcare but don't know where to start? Reach out to our Career Counselor, Morgan Ray via email: morgan.ray@stormontvail.org Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit integrated health system that has been serving the health care needs of Kansas for more than 130 years. Stormont Vail has been recognized as a Magnet® organization since 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. It is composed of Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 500 providers, which includes more than 250 physicians. Nearly 5,300 employees provide care and support services for patients in the hospital and 35 other locations, including the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center, Cancer Center, Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, Digestive Health Center, Pediatrics clinics and 10 regional primary care clinics. Stormont Vail Health is committed to its mission of improving the health of the community by being a national leader in providing compassionate, high quality and efficient integrated care through collaboration that results in a healthier community.