Clinical Data Abstractor
St Joseph Medical Center
Posted September 2009
Position Summary:
This job is responsible for abstracting a large volume of clinical case records within published deadlines for continuous reporting to Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). An incumbent reviews clinical documentation contained in the medical record to ensure that it completely/accurately illustrates the severity of a patient's illness, diagnostic testing performed, treatments and services rendered and patient's final disposition, and produces reports addressing variances from the regulatory standards for clinical outcomes.
Education:
-Associate's degree in a discipline related to the duties of the position.
-Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Experience:
Three years of related work experience in health information management or clinical nursing, including experience with clinical documentation review.
Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Current Certification (RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association
For more information please click here and reference Job ID# 0900006724.
Medical Records Coder
Tacoma General Hospital
Posted September 2009
Position Summary:
The Coder is responsible for reviewing charges to ensure that ICD-9, CPT, and HCPCS Level II/III code assignment accurately reflects the diagnosis, services, and supplies rendered and complies with billing requirements prior to release for billing. He/she is also responsible for verifying the accuracy of claim header information to ensure billing compliance. The Coder works under direct supervision. This position requires analysis and attention to detail.
Minimum Requirements:
One year professional fee coding/billing experience preferably in a multi-specialty setting; OR formal coding training.
Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Coding certification preferred (RHIA, RHIT, CPC, CCS-P).
For more information please click here and reference Job ID# 3990.
Health Information Management Coding Coordinator
St. Joseph Medical Center
Posted July 2009
Position Summary:
This position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the efficacy of ICD-9 and CPT coding in accordance with established policies, standards and procedures and the business objectives of the MBO. work includes: 1) working with department management to streamline delivery of HIM services; 2) serving as point-person for researching/resolving coding issues/problems; 3) conducting quality assurance reviews of coded accounts; 4) monitoring work flow and identifying staffing needs; 5) testing data integrity/flow between various systems; and 6) coordinating staff education to ensure compliance with internal operational standards and statutory/regulatory requirements. An incumbent also performs some advanced-level production coding work in order to maintain and enhance knowledge of current coding conventions and related regulations.
Education:
-High school diploma or equivalent.
-Successful completion of an accredited health information management program preferred.
Experience:
-Three years of progressively responsible medical coding work experience.
-One year of work experience in a “lead” or supervisory capacity is preferred.
Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Current Certification (RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association
For more information please click here and reference Job ID# 0800013516.
