• Charge Capture Reviewer - Hospital Coding

    PeaceHealth (Vancouver, WA)


    Description

    PeaceHealth is seeking a Charge Capture Reviewer - Hospital Coding for a **Full time remote. Must live in OR, WA, AK. TX**

    Job Summary

    Acts as an expert resource for auditing and training in support of accuracy and appropriateness of coding and charge capture using ICD-10 and CPT industry and PeaceHealth standards.

    Essential Functions

    + Performs chart/coding audits as required by Coding System regulatory policies and procedures and according to established internal coding and charge capture audit plan.

    + Participates in development of action plans to include follow up education on identified issues with subsequent audit and reassessment.

    + Performs charge capture coding, production coding, trauma and edit review, observation charge validation, and Method II charge capture and review.

    + Serves as an expert resource for CPT as it affects coding, billing, compliance and reimbursement.

    + Assists with re-training efforts because of coding and charge capture errors found. Delivers training and standards as directed.

    + Performs other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    Education

    + Accredited Program Required: Coding. or a combination of education and experience that provides the caregiver with the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job

    Experience

    + Minimum of 2 years Required: Acute charge capture and coding experience and

    + Required: Knowledge of CPT coding for all specialties and

    + Required: Knowledge of Medicare/Oregon, Alaska, Washington Medicaid, and various commercial payer rules and guidelines

    Credentials

    + Required: Certified Coding Associate through AHIMA/AAPC or

    + Required: Registered Health Information Administrator through AHIMA/AAPC or

    + Required: Registered Health Information Technician through AHIMA/AAPC or

    + Required: Certified Coding Specialist through AHIMA/AAPC or

    + Required: Certified Professional Coder through AHIMA/AAPC or

    + Required: Certified Professional Coder - Hospital through AHIMA/AAPC or

    + Required: Certified Outpatient Coder through AHIMA/AAPC

    Skills

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills including sensitivity to other cultures and ethnicities. (Required)

    + Strong analytical skills. (Required)

    + Previous training experience and curriculum design a plus. (Required)

    + Excellent ability for conceptual thinking, good listening, problem resolution and planning skills. (Required)

    + Excellent organizational skills. (Required)

    + Knowledge of Epic and 3M software preferred. CAC exposure. (Preferred)

    + Ability to work with basic office equipment. (Required)

    + Ability to work well independently and in a remote environment. (Required)

     

    Working Conditions

    Lifting

    + Consistently operates computer and other office equipment.

    + Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

    + Sedentary work.

    Environmental Conditions

    + Predominantly operates in an office environment.

    Mental/Visual

    + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

    + The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

     

    The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $26.70 – $40.06. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

     

    PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

     

    See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

     

    For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

    REQNUMBER: 114102