Select Medical

Introduction:

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Hospital Coder to work in the Health Information Department at Select Medical’s corporate campus in Mechanicsburg, PA.

Job Description:

The Coding Auditor is an advanced technical position that is responsible for reviewing and auditing multidisciplinary inpatient medical records and other health information to ensure accurate classification of patient diagnoses and procedures using precise ICD-10 codes and DRGs.  The Coding Auditor monitors compliance with national and organizational coding guidelines/standards required for accurate and thorough coding; assists the Data Quality Manager (DQM) with all aspects of the clinical coding audit program for inpatient coders; investigates, evaluates and identifies training/inservice opportunities and opportunities for documentation improvement; and provides guidance to coders regarding coding practices required for accurate reimbursement and statistics.

Required Qualifications:

The right candidate will have CCS credentials, 3 – 5 years experience in ICD-10 inpatient coding and DRG assignment and experience with Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Associates or Bachelors degree in health information management or related field with RHIA or RHIT preferred.

Compensation/Benefits:

Our focus on high-quality results creates a challenging, fast-paced and rewarding environment. We offer a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your health care needs.

Other full-time benefits of the Coding Auditor position include:

Excellent Orientation Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Extended Illness Days (EID)
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Prescription Coverage
Life Insurance
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Continuing Education and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching
Personal and Family Medical Leave

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Send resume to: afranklin@selectmedical.com

Apply Online: https://careers.selectmedical.com/job/SEMEUS116113/Coding-Auditor

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Introduction:

Philadelphia, PA, US, 19107
Job Type:  1300 MKT – Wanamaker Building Req ID: 28964
Shift: Days
Employment Status: AF – Active – Regular – Full Time

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the enterprise master patient index (EMPI) as well as promoting supportive relationships between the HIM department and the Medical and Nursing staffs regarding documentation compliance standards and chart completion.  The incumbent will also assist families with chart amendment concerns. Qualitative and quantitative review of records and images will be performed to ensure compliance with established standards. Other responsibilities include monitoring of the transcription into Epic and verifying functional interfaces, including transcription and the scan links.

Required Education and Experience:

• Required Education: Bachelors of/in Health Information Management or related discipline.
• Required Experience: 3+ years progressive experience in Medical Records/HIM with consideration to chart completion, data integrity, and compliance.
• Required Certification:  RHIA or RHIT

Preferred Education, Experience & Cert/Lic:

Preferred Education: Masters of/in Health Information Management or related discipline.

Additional Technical Requirements:

• Must be willing to attend Epic training
• Ability to work within a team and independently under varying degrees of supervision
• Ability to learn and navigate through electronic medical record, document imaging, and transcription systems.
  • Experience with any of the following systems preferred: Epic, ChartMaxx and M Modal
• Understanding of clinical document types
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Detail oriented with critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate proven problem solving, analytical thinking and customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Skilled in personal organization and time management.
• Ability to work with all hospital personnel both positively and productively.

Job Responsibilities

• Partners with providers to ensure timely and accurate completion of medical records and compiles monthly statistics pertaining to chart completion rates
• Monitors HIM Epic chart completion work queues and notifies providers when necessary.
• Works the Verbal orders queue to ensure timely completion.
• Audits documents that have been scanned into Epic and ChartMaxx to check legibility and correct placement.
• Processes Identity reports that are utilized in the maintenance of the Master Patient Index integrity – potential duplicates, Flag reports, etc.
• Accurately merges and verifies charts.
• Supports the chart amendment process based on CHOP and HIPAA policy.
• Places and resolves indicators on charts with possible duplicate medical records and marks Known Non Duplicates. Serves as a liaison between HIM, Patient Access, Care Networks, Clinical areas and IS to monitor and resolve patient medical record number issues.Provides appropriate updates to all downstream systems staff contacts.
• Works closely with IS support to resolve any HIM software issues.
• Understands and complies with all enterprise and IS departmental information security policies, procedures and standards.
• Supports the integration of information security in the development, design, and implementation of Hospital Technology Resources that process, transmit, or store CHOP information.
• Supports all compliance activities related to state, federal regulatory requirements, healthcare accreditation standards and all other applicable regulations that govern the use and disclosure of patient, financial, or other confidential information.
• Assists in department projects and initiatives as needed.

 

Apply Online: https://careers.chop.edu/job/Philadelphia-HIM-Analyst-III-PA-19107/605419700/

Penn Medicine-Lancaster General Health

Job Description:

This position is responsible for Supervision of the Professional Coding Department, which is responsible for the coding, and billing of all physician services. This position is also responsible for applying appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing. An additional purpose of this job is to monitor compliance through review and evaluation of the providers’ documentation.

Essential Functions:

• Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:
• Supervise Coding for PBS Coding Team
• Works closely with the Manager of Professional Coding to keep abreast of coding guidelines
• Evaluates, develops and implements efficient processes
• Coordinates and oversees provider chart review and education
• Performs all supervisory duties including staffing, evaluating and disciplining direct reports
• Monitors staff productivity and accuracy
• Assists with staff schedules, project assignment and monitors adherence to time-lines.
• Assists with evaluation of denials, implementing any changes in process or EPIC edits/functionality
• Assists with continuing educational needs of the PBS Coding Team, working with various payers, national associations, etc. to secure web-based, on-site, or other
• educational opportunities.

Secondary Functions:

The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Other duties as requested.
• Prepares reports for administration as needed to summarize coding issues.
• Provides support through special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Formal education in ICD-10-CM coding, CPT-4 coding, and medical terminology.
• Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist for Physicians (CCS-P) or a Certified Professional Coder (CPC).
• 3-5 years of ICD-10-CM coding experience.
• 3-5 years of CPT-4 coding experience.
• 5+ years of physician office billing experience preferred.
• Surgical coding experience is highly desired.

Apply Online: https://www.lghealthjobs.org/Company/Jobs/Supervisor-Professional-Coding-Burle-Building-(2)

Kane Community Living Centers

Introduction:

Position Summary: The incumbent will supervise the medical records departments at 4 Centers and provide maintenance of, and access to, resident’s medical records. Work is performed in accordance with Federal, State and local guidelines and HIPAA.

Job Description:

• Supervises, directs, delegates, and coordinates the activities of staff in the medical records department.
• Schedules time, vacations, and holidays in accordance with ½1th established work schedules.
• Assists practitioners in the random sampling of clinical records so the practitioner can determine if the clinical records are complete, readily accessible, and systematically organized to facilitate the retrieval and compilation of information.
• Assures that clinical records are maintained in accordance with accepted professional standards and applicable laws and regulations.
• Assures that confidentiality of clinical records is protected through written consent of the resident or designated agent acting on behalf of the resident prior to the release of information; notifies administration and follows procedure in the event of receipt of a subpoena.
• Assures that clinical records are protected against loss, destruction, or unauthorized use.
• Monitors compliance of staff to assure that the essential, regulatory duties are performed on a qua1ter]y basis.
• Conducts follow-up to ensure the timely completion of clinical records, and that records are completed within 30 days of discharge.
• Performs related duties as assigned or directed by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements – An Associate’s degree in Health Information Management AND two (2) years of experience in medical records depa1tment of a health care facility. Candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position.
Residency – Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans’ Preference – Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

Preferred Qualifications:

An associates degree in Health Information Management

Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices, rules, regulations, laws, and guidelines governing the maintenance and release of medical record information, including HIPAA

Ability to:

• Communicate well orally and in Vriting, assign and schedule staff in accordance with agency needs.
• Relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotional1y upset people within a long-term care facility.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers,
  residents, family members, and the general public.
• Work independently and with residents, their family members, personnel, and
  support agencies.

Education Qualifications:

An Associate’s degree in Health Information Management AND two (2) years of experience in medical records department of a health care facility.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position.

Compensation/Benefits:

Click here for more benefits information

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Please use the online link provided – candidates must submit an application through our county website in order to be considered

Apply Online: https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Careers/Kane/Medical-Records-Supervisor.aspx

Einstein Healthcare Network

Job Description:

Category: Full – Time | East Norriton
Job ID #: 22908
Employment Type: Full – Time
Location: Einstein Medical Center Montgomery
Weekends Required? No
Rotation Required? No
On-Call Required? No
Entity: Einstein Montgomery (EMCM)
Department: Health Information Mgt – MG
Shift: day
Biweekly Hours: 75
Experience Required: 1 – 3 Years
City: East Norriton
State: PA
Zip Code: 19403

In this role you will be responsible for:

If you possess the following qualifications, please apply immediately:

Physical Demands:

• Working Conditions: Office setting

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Apply Here

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Fulton County Medical Center

Introduction:

The Fulton County Medical Center (FCMC) has a fulltime opportunity for an HIM Director experienced in many areas of Health Information Management.

FCMC is a Critical Access Hospital that provides acute care hospital, long term nursing home care, outpatient services and home care services. The Medical Center serves McConnellsburg, PA and the surrounding areas.

McConnellsburg is a small community located between two spectacular mountain ranges at the base of the Tuscarora Mountain. Visit www.fultoncountypa.com for more community information.

Job Description:

This position is responsible for managing the organization and administrative operations of the medical records department.  A successful candidate will have the ability to not only lead professionals in the areas of coding and abstracting, transcription, audit, file maintenance and other related functions but to also share knowledge and train staff in these areas.  Must work closely with physicians, revenue cycle and all clinical areas of the Medical Center.  This position also serves as the HIPAA Privacy Officer and is responsible for business associate agreements.

Required Qualifications:

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) required; at least 2 years of supervisory experience in a hospital setting.  Hospital and emergency coding experience required.  Serves in a leadership role for the Meditech HIM/ABS/ADM core team with the responsibilities of maintenance and troubleshooting.  Must have the ability to work collaboratively with other departments; problem-solving abilities; good communication skills; and strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS).

Education Qualifications:

Solid understanding and command of the ICD-10 classification systems and diagnosis-related group (DRG) methodology.

Compensation/Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Please submit your resume to:

Wendy Swindell

Human Resources
214 Peach Orchard Road
McConnellsburg, PA 17233
717-485-3155, ext 6304 (voice)
717/485-6176 (fax)
careers@fcmcpa.org
www.fcmcpa.org

Apply Online: http://www.fcmcpa.org

OSS Health

Job Description:

Oversees the HIM coding compliance program – Coding, Auditing and Query Processes. This position is responsible for DRG validation accuracy, auditing of inpatient and outpatient surgery records, evaluation and management (E/M) visit/procedures to ensure coding accuracy and provide on-going feedback and continuing education to coders and clinicians. Maintains statistics on Query, DRG, surgical and E/M documentation and coding accuracy rates for the organization and continually monitors progress, as well as being available as a resource. Works with external auditing companies engaged with OSS Health.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in relevant field preferred.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience coding, including but not limited to acute care hospital inpatient, outpatient, surgical and professional fee (Evaluation & Management).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in coding compliance audit work highly preferred.
• CPMA, CCS, CPC and/or CCP certification required.
• Member in good standing with AHIMA and/or AAPC.
• Must have knowledge of Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, ICD9/10, CPT, Coding guidelines and methodologies, DRG, APC, NCCI, LCD, NCD.
• Excellent computer skills required, to include Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint.  Experience with Electronic Record Systems required; experience with Medent or CPSI preferred.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  Must be able to work in a virtual setting under minimal supervision.
• Must have the ability to maintain composure and professionalism in difficult situations.
• Must have excellent phone etiquette and be able to operate basic office equipment (copiers, fax, etc.).

• 3M coding software products or other encoder product experience required

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complies with all policies and procedures.
• Consistently and accurately audits complex coding records for inpatient and outpatient – hospital and professional.
• Creates clear and concise audit reports. Reports non-compliance issues detected through auditing and monitoring.
• Establishes, implements, and maintains a formalized review process that incorporates regular audits (provider, coding, charge posting and documentation adequacy) and coordinates ongoing monitoring with education to provider, coders and charge posters.
• Conducts trend analyses to identify patterns, variations in coding practices and case-mix index, including areas of risk and comparing coding profiles with national and regional norms.
• Develops and coordinates educational and training programs regarding elements of the HIM compliance program, such as appropriate documentation, accurate coding, data compatibility, consistency and monitoring for compliance to improve the quality of clinical, financial and administrative data supported.
• Provides feedback and focused educational programs on the results of auditing and monitoring activities to affected staff to both individual and group (as evidenced by the improvement accuracy rates).
• Initiates corrective action plans and reports results of follow-up audits to HIM Director and Coding Manager.
• Maintains statistics on DRG accuracy rates and provides monthly summaries of coding audit results
• Acts as a resource on coding issues and questions to ensure accurate coding for appropriate reimbursement and data capture for inpatient and outpatient review or potential appeals.
• Demonstrates up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulatory billing issues, coding mandates, and reimbursement rules and guidelines, OIG work plan.
• Analyze audits and RAC findings.
• Produces documents of the highest professional quality: clear, concise and error free; prepared with correct medical terminology and correct use of the English language.
• Maintains records of logs, files, education, presentations, etc. concerning all external physician and coder/charge poster audits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct reports

 Language Skills:

Ability to communicate effectively with staff, peers, physicians and the public.  Ability to speak and understand English fluently.

Physical Demands:

Light physical effort; some standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping; manual dexterity to operate keyboard and other equipment.

 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Work Environment:

Climate controlled environment with occasional periods of being outside.

 The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Apply Online: http://www.osshealth.com

County of Bucks – Neshaminy Manor

Introduction:

Health Information Technician – FT days with County benefits
Qualifications: LPN/RN or RHIT/RHIA credentialed
ICD-10 coding proficiency

Neshaminy Manor is the 360 bed sub-acute/skilled care facility owned and operated by the County of Bucks.

Working in a spacious office, this HIM position is primarily responsible for analysis of medical record documentation, assignment of accurate ICD-10 codes, completion of portions of the MDS and maintenance of the diagnosis list, all within our electronic charting system (ECS).

Additional job diversity of QI auditing and performing other HIM functions are also expected.

Teamwork is paramount within this boutique department which consists of three HIM employees; Six Unit Secretaries are an extension of the department stationed on each of the 60 bed Nursing Units.

Job Description:

Health Information Technician
County of Bucks – Neshaminy Manor

Exempt: No Job Code: 780
Department: Neshaminy Manor/Physician Services UNION: 03
Update: 7/12/19

Responsible for analysis of medical record documentation for assignment of accurate ICD10 codes. Monitors and audits chart documentation, release of information in accordance with federal and state laws and other medical record/Health Information Management (HIM) related duties as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Performs analysis and coding of medical record documentation utilizing ICD-10 coding manuals. Maintains and updates current diagnosis list on resident medical charts. Queries physicians regarding diagnoses when necessary.
• Completes diagnosis information on the MDS (Minimum Data Set) for submission to the state.
• Performs discharge chart analysis and discharge procedure for closing records. Responsible for chart assembly, analysis and notification of departments with documentation deficiencies. Monitors for completeness.
• Performs additional audits as delegated by Director.
• Maintains weekly schedule for thinning charts. Returns them to HIM. Assembles and files charts.
• Responsible for Release of Information in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Employees may be required to perform additional work that follows prescribed or well-established procedures that can be learned within a reasonable time by training on the job. More detailed instructions will be given to employees at the beginning of work.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Excellent computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• RHIT or RHIA Credentialed or LPN/RN required.
• Background and experience in Health Information Management (HIM) practices.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows (Excel/Word) and data entry skills and familiarity with ECS Medical Records.
• Experience in chart analysis and proven skills in ICD10 coding of diagnoses/procedures.
• Solid understanding of medical terminology and demonstrated ability to accurately spell and interpret medical terms.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Mathematical abilities required for compilation of audit statistics.
• Detail oriented individual able to work independently with minimal supervision with a strong sense of team spirit.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposes to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Required Qualifications:

RHIA or RHIT credentialed, or, LPN or RN required
ICD-10 coding proficiency

Preferred Qualifications:

Organizational skills and attention to detail a priority
typing skills, computer skills
Pleasant can-do attitude and ability to work cohesively in a team atmosphere.

Compensation/Benefits:

County and Union benefits equivalent to an $18,000 benefit package including pension, and medical, dental, vision. 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick time accrual. Starting salary with increase in 6 months and a COL increase in January per Union contract.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Contact and send resume directly to:

Connie Plies, RHIT BS, Director HIM
Caplies@buckscounty.org
or
Suzanne P. Weaver, BSN RN RHIT, Director CO
215-345-3457
spweaver@buckscounty.org

Apply Online: http://www.buckscounty.org/government/administration/HumanResources/JobRequisitions