LCMC Health

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Cardiac Coding Educator/Auditor

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Location

United States

Posted

38 days ago

Salary

Not specified

Associate Degree5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Coordinate coding audits and education functions of LCMC system coding services. • Manage and work the edit and denial coding work queues for inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory. • Provide coding feedback for education opportunities identified to the coding team. • Prepare and present educational programs related to coding. • Review documentation to assign appropriate CPT/HCPCS and ICD-10-CM-PCS diagnosis codes. • Sequence diagnoses and procedures accurately according to coding principles. • Review non-CC/MCC records to determine if record was miscoded or additional documentation is needed. • Works coding edits work queues and provide feedback and coding education to coding staff regarding completeness and accuracy of code assignment. • Perform reviews in a timely manner to maintain DNFB within the assigned targeted goals. • Assist in the development and provides ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS, DRG (MS & APR) and APC auditing, coding and reimbursement training. • Monitor and report the coders progress through the orientation and training processes. • Keeps abreast of new regulatory requirements, annual revisions to the codes, etc.

Job Requirements

  • 5 years in physician and hospital coding
  • 2 years of coding audit
  • Experience in Cardiology on PB or HB side
  • Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT/HCPCS, MS-DRG, APR-DRG and APC coding principles and guidelines
  • Experience with concurrent coding reviews
  • Knowledge of documentation regulations of Joint Commission and CMS
  • Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities

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