Coder, OP Oncology

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Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the HIS IP Coding Reimbursement / Coordination, the Coder III is responsible for reviewing the medical record in its entirety, apply coding guidelines and regulations and assign ICD-CM and / or PCS and CPT diagnoses and procedures codes accurately and timely. Consistently meet / exceed turnaround times and quality expectations.

Qualifications

Required :

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one years' experience in acute healthcare setting, preferred.
• Coding credentials, i.e. CCS, CIC, COC, CCS-P, CPC, RHIT, and RHIA required.
• Working knowledge of healthcare revenue cycle functions, including documentation, coding and billing guidelines preferred.
• Ability to accurately apply ICD-10 diagnosis, procedures and CPT / HCPCs procedure codes preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pharmacology required.
• Ability to use computers effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, including written and oral, teaching and presentation skills required.
• Knowledge of EMR (Cerner, EPIC)
• Knowledge or various encoders (Optum, Clintegrity, Compliance 360 and 3M), to include knowledge of CAC system.

Preferred :

Work Hours : 6a-6p

Weekend Requirements :

On-Call Requirements :