Coder II

Current Employees:

(Determined by the knowledge, skills, and experience of the applicant.)

Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include:

*Supportive work culture

*Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage

*Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account

*Instant pay is available for qualifying positions

*Paid Time Off Accrual Bank

*Opportunities for growth and advancement

*Tuition assistance/reimbursement

*Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions

*Flexible scheduling

Essential Functions:

• Review and abstract information in the medical record to accurately code for that episode of care.
• Code hospital and professional services by accurately assigning ICD-10, CPT and HCPSCS codes for appropriate billing.
• Apply knowledge of medical science, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and the official coding guidelines to select the correct codes.
• Maintain an understanding and apply knowledge of National Correct Coding Initiatives (NCCI), Local and National Coverage Determinations (LCD, NCD’s), Medically unlikely edits (MUE’s) and Medicare guidelines.
• Participate in coding education and training.
• Provide ongoing feedback to physicians and staff regarding coding guidelines and requirements.
• Query providers for missing documentation.
• Resolve payor edits and denials and respond to other teams including, compliance, revenue integrity and billing.
• Navigate and utilize encoder, grouper software and other coding resources.
• Maintain coding productivity and accuracy standards.
• Assist with patient audits. Obtains necessary information.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required:
Education - High School Diploma/GED Equivalent in General Studies

Preferred:
Experience - 1+ years of Coding Experience
Certifications - Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice (CPC-A) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department

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Monument Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.