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SUMMARY

The primary purpose of the Senior Clinical Coding Specialist position is to analyze medical records and abstracts clinical data by assigning codes from patient records in accordance to coding classification systems. Reviews patient encounters for accurate code assignment of all relevant diagnosis and applicable modifiers. Enters appropriate codes into the 3M encoder hospital's mainframe computer for the transfer of data to billing files for reimbursement. Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes. Serves as a resource for other departments users related to the abstracted coded data.

* JOB-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: *

*PEOPLE/SERVICE (34%):*

• Effectively communicate and interact with members of the combined coding team, management, peers, business office, and external customers

• Provides detailed questions and supportive feedback to management and coordinators when inquiring for assistance with coding questions, quality reviews, and coding education/training.

• Capable of providing supportive feedback to management and coordinators for internal and external requests on coding corrections/edits or re-reviews.

• Promptly report workflow or system issues to management

*DEVELOPMENT/INNOVATION (26%):*

• Advance professional growth and development through continuing education, pertinent literature, coding rounds, seminars, and other educational forums.

• Participates and provides ongoing feedback, when necessary, on documentation challenges, potential coding compliance concerns, and opportunities for coding clinic updates.

• Actively participates in ongoing team and departmental staff meetings.

*CODING QUALITY/PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION (40%)*

• Instrumental in maintaining discharged not final billed (DNB) and place holder or Pre-AR accounts thresholds baselines per the direction of coding leadership

• Ability to comprehend and appropriately apply official coding guidelines, coding clinics, utilizing departmental coding policies, and Craneware. Knowledgeable in identifying. Initiate queries when appropriate

• Review medical record documentation, understand, and assign accurate primary, ICD-10 CM, CPT/HCPCS, modifiers, LCD/NCD, MUE, and NCCI methodologies codes to professional records when utilizing 3M software, EPIC, or coding books.

• Complies with the Standards of Ethical Coding set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to the official coding conventions and guidelines, and upholds HIPAA compliance rules and regulations

Reports to: Manager, Clinical Coding Operations

*EDUCATION*

* Required: Associate's Degree Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare field.

* Preferred: Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management, Healthcare Administration, or related healthcare field.

*WORK EXPERIENCE*

* Required: 5 years Clinical coding experience for complex or multi-specialties. or

* Required: 3 years Clinical coding experience for complex or multi-specialties with preferred degree.

* May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.

*Preferred Experience:*

* Prior experience working in a Teaching Hospital setting. This specific position is for a surgical position in OR surgical coding for both the physician and the facility.

* Experience in Breast and Plastics, Surgical Oncology, Head and Neck, and/or Urology.

* A strong foundation in medical coding principles, including knowledge of ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS, along with practical experience in both inpatient and outpatient coding.

*LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS: *

*One or more of the following is required.*

* RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

* RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

* CCS-Certified Coding Specialist American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

* CCA - Certified Coding Associate American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

* Certified Coder-AHIMA or AAPC American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

* CPC-A - Cert Prof Coder-Apprentice American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

* COC - Certified Outpatient Coding American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC).

*OTHER REQUIREMENTS: *Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent [benefits](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/insurance-0/eligibility), including medical, dental, [paid time off](https://www.mdanderson.org/about-md-anderson/employee-resources/leave.html), [retirement](https://www.utsystem.edu/offices/employee-benefits/ut-retirement-program/voluntary-retirement-programs), tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.[http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html](http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html)

Additional Information

* Requisition ID: 177097

* Employment Status: Full-Time

* Employee Status: Regular

* Work Week: Days

* Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 67,000

* Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 83,500

* Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 100,000

* FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

* Fund Type: Hard

* Work Location: Remote (within Texas only)

* Pivotal Position: Yes

* Referral Bonus Available?: No

* Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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