Medical Coder

Ascension

  • Flint, MI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Details
  • Department: Health Info Management
  • Schedule: Full Time, Day
  • Facility: PACE Michigan
  • Location: Flint, Michigan
BenefitsPaid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your communityBenefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.ResponsibilitiesApply the appropriate diagnostic and procedural code to patient health records for purposes of document retrieval, analysis and claim processing.
  • Abstract pertinent information from patient records. Assigns the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes, creating Ambulatory Patient Classification (APC) orDiagnosis-Related Group (DRG) assignments.
  • Obtain acceptable productivity/quality rates as defined per coding policy.
  • Query physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
  • Maintain knowledge of and complies with coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.
  • Conduct chart audits for physician documentation requirements & internal coding; provide associate/physician & education as appropriate.
Abide by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adhere to official coding guidelines. * Keep abreast of and complies with coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.RequirementsEducation:
  • High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Additional PreferencesRHITWhy Join Our TeamAscension Living is a nationally recognized non-profit senior living provider offering rewarding career opportunities in numerous locations across 11 states and Washington D.C. As part of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, Short-term Rehabilitation, Memory Support or Long-term Care teams, you will be empowered to provide compassionate, personalized care and develop lasting relationships with our residents and their loved ones.Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.For further information, view the poster or poster.As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.E-Verify StatementThis employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

Ascension