Coding Specialist II Facility Outpatient (Ambulatory Surgery) Job at MEDSTAR HEALTH, Columbia, MD

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  • MEDSTAR HEALTH
  • Columbia, MD

Job Description

General Summary of PositionMedStar Health is seeking an experienced Ambulatory Surgery Center Medical Coder to join our team! The qualified candidate must have at least 2 years of related coding experience with a coding certification. MedStar Health provides the latest technology including our EMR Cerner MedConnect, 3MHDM and 3m360 computer-assisted coding software.The selected candidates will enjoy a full time, Monday - Friday, dayshift REMOTE schedule.Job Summary - Codes and abstracts primarily Ambulatory Surgery records and other outpatient records using ICD-10-CM, and other applicable patient classification schemes. #LIREMOTE Primary Duties and Responsibilities Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Abstracts and ensures accuracy of diagnoses, procedure, patient demographics, and other required data elements.Adhere to all compliance regulations and maintains annual compliance education.Maintains continuing education and seeks ongoing education to improve job performance. Maintains credentials as required for job classification.Contacts physician when conflicting or ambiguous information appears in the medical record. Adheres to the MedStar Coding Query Policy and procedure.Meets established Quality standards as defined by policies.Meets established Productivity standards as defined by policies.Resolves all quality reviews timely (e.g. Medical necessity reviews; Coding Quality assurance reviews; external vendor reviews).Reviews medical record documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures. Assigns correct diagnostic, procedural codes, and appropriate modifiers using standard guidelines and automated encoding software maintaining departmental accuracy standards.Exhibits knowledge of the 3M system and other work-related equipment. Minimum Qualifications EducationHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent required andAssociate degree or Bachelor's degree in coding related degree preferred Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-CM and CPT-4 required Experience 2 years ASU (Ambulatory Surgery) coding experience and experience with clinical information systems (3M grouper, electronic medical records, computer assisted coding) required Licenses and Certifications CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CCS-P (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-based) required or COC (Certified Outpatient Coder) required RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) and/or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) preferred Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesVerbal and written communication skills.Basic computer skills required. This position has a hiring range of $28.20 - $47.30

Job Tags

Full time, Remote work, Day shift, Monday to Friday,

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