Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Introduction:

Certified Coding Specialist

Jefferson Health delivers state-of-the-art healthcare services to patients throughout the Delaware Valley and southern New Jersey. Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) provides more than 7,800 students from nearly 40 states and 40 countries with 21 st century professional education. We have 30,000 employees.

Jefferson Health , with 14 hospitals (three are Magnet-designated by the ANCC for nursing excellence) and 50+ outpatient and urgent care locations, offers a broad range of primary and complex, highly specialized care that touches the lives of more than four million patients annually . This year, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Thomas Jefferson University Hospital as the 16 th best hospital in the nation, and among the nation’s best in 11 specialties. Jefferson Health also includes the NCI-designated Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center; it is one of only 69 such centers in the nation.

Thomas Jefferson University, nationally recognized for advancing groundbreaking developments in healthcare education and research, recently combined with Philadelphia University, internationally known for architecture, design, engineering, textiles and more. Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) has nine colleges and three schools dedicated to interprofessional and transdisciplinary approaches to learning that offer a vibrant and expandable platform for professional education. Through this unique model, we are preparing our students for current and yet-to-be-imagined careers.

As an employer, Jefferson maintains a commitment to provide equal access to employment.  Jefferson values diversity and encourages applications from women, members of minority groups, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals, and veterans.

Primary Responsibilities

Review medical record clinical documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-9-CM and CPT codes for billing, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the Director of Coding and Data Operations, accurately code conditions and procedures as documented in the ICD-9-CM and CPT Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.

Essential Functions

• Abstracts relevant clinical information from the medical records. Assigns ICD-9-CM and CPT codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines.
• Refers coding issues to Certified Advisory Coding Specialist/Quality Administrator in a timely manner for determination and guideline development.
• Maintains a coding accuracy rate of not less than 95% based on internal performance improvement reviews.
• Abstracts related demographic and clinical data and enters into computer and ensures that the
  details are consistent with statistical needs of the department. Inpatient coding productivity shall not be less than 6 records per hour.
• Ambulatory surgery coding productivity shall not be less than 5-6 records per hour.
• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the core values of the Hospital.

Required Qualifications:

Certification: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required or Certified Procedure Coder (CPC) Certification required or RHIA or RHIT required. If RHIA or RHIT then CCS is required within one year from date of hire.

Experience: Minimum of two years inpatient or outpatient coding experience. If no prior coding experience, the incumbent must have RHIA or RHIT, or related certifications.

Education:  High School Diploma or GED Required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Health Information Management preferred.

Compensation/Benefits:

Full Comprehensive Benefits Package

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply on line: http://hr.jefferson.edu/human-resources.html

Job ID 9215098

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia

Job Description:

Req ID: 20186
Shift: Days
Employment Status: AF – Active – Regular – Full Time

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT codes to charts of all discharged patients. The Coding Technician is ultimately responsible for ensuring accurate, appropriate and quality coded data for the organization.

Job Responsibilities

1. Reviews and analyzes medical records to determine the principal diagnosis, and procedure and all appropriate secondary diagnoses for inpatient and outpatient charts.
   • Correctly identifies all diagnoses and procedures 95% of the time.
   • Correctly assigns ICD-10-CM/PCS and/or CPT codes to all procedures and diagnoses 95% of the time.
   • Codes all charts within three days of availability with 98% of the time.
2. Maintain productivity standards:
   • Inpatient records- 2.5 per hours
   • Outpatient records- 3.4 per hours
3. Creates appropriate physician queries and participates actively in the physician query program.
   • 98% of the time the queries are identified and appropriate
4. Informs supervisor of trends and opportunities for improvement in clinical documentation.
5. Maintain thorough knowledge of coding, including and knowledge of CHOP’s internal coding guidelines.
6. Reviews the official AHA Coding Clinic and demonstrates the ability to accurately apply new coding guidelines.
7. Researches new diagnostic and procedure codes as required to perform the coding function. Participates in the education of staff, physicians and appropriate divisions, as warranted.
8. Maintains reference library.
9. Assures compliance with the national Correct Coding Initiatives
10. Correctly identifies missing components of charts 95% of the time and sends workflow notice to colleagues for retrieval of missing documentation.
11. Abstract the pertinent clinical, coded, demographic and other required information into the EPIC electronic medical record abstracting system with 95% accuracy.
12. Identifies trends/opportunities for improvement in clinical documentation and communicates through the appropriate channels.
13. Utilize the Epic EHR and HDM/3M coding system to indicate accounts pending coding and the specific reasons.
14. Work collaboratively with other coders to resolve challenging cases/coding scenarios.

Required Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS

Required Education and Experience:

Associate’s degree

Required Experience:

A minimum of two (2) years acute care inpatient and outpatient coding experience required

Preferred Education, Experience & Cert/Lic:

Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree

All CHOP employees who work in a patient building or who provide patient care are required to receive an annual influenza vaccine unless they are granted a medical or religious exemption.

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for its patients, family members, visitors and employees. In an effort to achieve this goal, employment at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, other than for positions with regularly scheduled hours in New Jersey, is contingent upon an attestation that the job applicant does not use tobacco products or nicotine in any form and a negative nicotine screen (the latter occurs after a job offer).

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor/Seeking priority referrals for protected veterans. Please contact our hiring official with any referrals or questions.

Apply Online: http://bit.ly/2QmkQcp

Penn Medicine (University of Pennsylvania Health System)

Introduction:

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life’s work?

Take your coding experience to a new level, and join the Penn Medicine team as a Senior Hospital Compliance Analyst!

Job Description:

This role is responsible for the performance and validation of medical record documentation reviews at all hospitals owned by Penn Medicine to assure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations. Also participates in performing coding research and other hospital based audit activity that may be necessary in support of the department mission.

Major Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the collection, preparation, assembling and maintenance of data to perform Hospital reviews utilizing Horizon Performance Manager (HPM) software.
• Directs focused Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) audits to assess the adequacy of medical record documentation to ensure that it supports the ICD-10-CM diagnosis and CPT/HPCS procedure codes that have been submitted.
• Performs second level quality assurance DRG audits of externally completed DRG audits to ensure timely and accurate reporting of final results.
• Performs focused documentation reviews in response to internal/external allegations as identified by senior leadership, Director and/or Associate Director of the department.
• Manages and expedites special reviews, investigations of allegations, focused medical reviews and external audits of all Penn Medicine areas.
• Prepares analysis of audit results and generates formal report of findings with recommendations to include complete and corrective action.
• Prepares and performs billing compliance education sessions for appropriate staff to include development of case studies based upon medical chart examples that emphasize correct coding methodology and possible revenue opportunities.
• Assures government compliance by advising faculty, providers, inpatient coders and other appropriate staff of major regulatory changes and coding updates and facilitate risk reduction attributable to chart documentation.
• Researches and develops materials for the UPHS Billing Compliance website.
• Maintains certification.
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures
• Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization

Experience Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in a related field, e.g. hospital coding, billing and statistical analysis, required
• ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS levels I, II, and III coding and billing experience required

Skill Requirements:

• Ability to use MS Office suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) required
• Must have experience with hospital billing and documentation standards, particularly the Medicare DRG and OPPS/APC payment regulations
• 3M coding and reimbursement systems and EPIC hospital coding experience preferred

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Nursing, HIM, or a related field
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology
• Must have had course work in human anatomy and physiology
• Must be a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Procedural Coder (CPC) at time of hire or within 6 months of employment

Compensation/Benefits:

Below is a link to the most up to date and complete benefits package. Using this link you will be able to find our medical plan comparison charts, cost guides, and specific information about the 403(B) plan.

http://www.uphshrandyou.com/

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Interested candidates should apply online using the link below or search for Job ID 74227 on our career’s site.

Apply Online: https://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_pennmedicine/external/gateway/viewFromLink.html?jobPostId=76982&localeCode=en-us

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/in-service 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.

Education Qualifications:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in health information management or related field with RHIT or RHIT preferred.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Send resumes to: afranklin@selectmedical.com

Apply Online: http://selectmedical.com

Holy Redeemer Health System

Job Description:

A health system that celebrates your expertise. After all, your future’s calling.

Holy Redeemer Health System is a place that centers its attention on our employees so that you can learn, grow and lead. It’s this emphasis that helps our employees contribute to our success as a workplace of choice. As our story continues to unfold, we invite you to add your own chapter.

In this position, located in suburban Philadelphia, you will be responsible for ensuring all diagnoses and procedures are coded appropriately for all Outpatient Medical Oncology Unit (MOU) injections, infusions, transfusions, chemotherapy and radiation oncology claims. This includes accurate abstraction and or validation of data in accordance with Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set. Additional duties include supporting the department in coordination of the Charge Master to design the capture of associated coding and billing for radiation and medical oncology.

We are seeking a candidate who has successfully completed the Certified Coding Exam (CCS or CPC Oncology Certification a plus) with preferably three years of medical oncology coding experience (or CHONC in lieu of experience). You will need to remain current on coding and billing regulations as it pertains to Oncology, Hematology, and Radiology as well as any CPT, ICD10 or HCPCS updates. Must be proficient with computer systems and Microsoft Office and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits: medical, dental, paid time off, pension plan, tuition reimbursement and much more!

For more information and to apply online, please visit www.holyredeemer.com/careers. EOE.

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 Apply Online: http://www.Click2Apply.net/qfyvxnt52v8syd5p

United Audit Systems, Inc

Introduction:

Position:  Remote Inpatient Coding Consultant (High level)

We are currently seeking experienced Inpatient Coders with experience coding for a Level 1 Trauma and Teaching hospital to join our Coding Services team.

Job Description:

This remote coding position allows medical coders to have the best of both worlds:  a challenging opportunity to utilize and enhance current Inpatient skills and the convenience of working from home.  This remote medical coder will be flexible, detail and quality-oriented, with the ability to work independently and adapt well to change.

Required Qualifications:

Additional qualifications include:

• RHIA, RHIT or CCS certification
• A minimum of five years inpatient coding experience in a short-term acute care setting
• Experience coding for a Level 1 Trauma hospital and Teaching facility required
• The ability to provide a secure work environment is a must

Compensation/Benefits:

UASI is dedicated to providing employees with the tools needed for professional growth and development. We also recognize that HIM professionals are our greatest asset and in return for your talents, we offer a dynamic work environment, competitive salaries and a full benefit package which including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short/long term disability coverage, 401(K) and referral bonuses. We also provide flexible work schedules, paid holidays, and an excellent PTO plan. Training opportunities, paid AHIMA/AAPC dues and reference materials are also provided.

UASI is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability or protected veteran status.

Instructions for Resume Submission:

To find out how you can join our team of professionals, give us a call at 800-526-0594 or send an e-mail to HR@uasisolutions.com or visit: www.uasisolutions.com

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

Geisinger

Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Tumor Registrar

Location: Geisinger HIM – Pittston Med or GMC Danville. Potential telecommuting option for qualified applicants.

Department: Health Information Management

Schedule: Days

Work Type: Full Time

Job Summary:

Identifies reportable cases, analyzes and abstracts clinical data, codes and enters information into electronic cancer registry database. Performs lifetime follow-up to provide cancer incidence, treatment and outcome information for quality improvement activities, administrative planning and marketing and research.

Utilizes specialized knowledge of AJCC Cancer Staging, Multiple Primary & Histology Coding, and SEER Summary Coding and Staging and technical skills to maintain the components of the cancer registry consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal and accreditation requirements of the Cancer Program.

Reports cancer registry data to the state central registry (PA Cancer Registry, (PCR) and Commission on Cancer (CoC) National Cancer Database (NCDB) in compliance with regulatory guidelines to maintain cancer center accreditation.

Assists manager and partners with various Cancer Center personnel and participates in Cancer Center surveys to ensure accreditation.

Performs duties to support the goals and objectives of the Medical Center in its efforts to provide quality patient care and patient satisfaction.

Works under the supervision of the Manager, Cancer Registry.

Required Qualifications:

Competencies and Skills:

• Demonstrates proficiency in coding cancer data using AJCC Cancer Staging Manual, Collaborative Stage Data Collection System Coding Instructions Manual, ICD-O3, Multiple Primary and Histology Manual, and Facility Oncology Registry Data Standards (FORDS) Manual.
• Demonstrates the ability to accurately review, interpret, and abstract clinical information from medical records..
• Demonstrates and maintains 95% accuracy rate for abstracting, casefinding, and follow-up. (required)
• Demonstrates the ability to focus and review medical information for extended periods.
• Demonstrates high regard for self-motivation to work independently. Demonstrates the ability to perform as a team player
• Demonstrates initiative and promotion of positive interpersonal relations.
• Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changing regulatory requirements and work environment.
• Demonstrates computer skills in a PC Windows based operating environment.
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills, capability to work with various departments and physicians to ensure Cancer Center accreditation.

Education and or Experience:

• CTR certification with one year cancer registry experience required.
• Associates degree in Health Information Technology or other allied health related field preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM coding system preferred.
• On the job training, up to six months possibly, to become familiar with hospital and department policies and procedures required.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

• Work is typically performed in an office environment.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

ABOUT GEISINGER: Geisinger is a physician-led health system comprised of approximately 30,000 employees, including nearly 1,600 employed physicians, 13 hospital campuses, two research centers, and a 583,000-member health plan Geisinger is nationally recognized for innovative practices and quality care. Geisinger serves more than 3 million people in central, south-central and northeast Pennsylvania and also in southern New Jersey with the addition of National Malcolm Baldridge Award recipient AtlantiCare, A member of Geisinger. In 2017, the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine became the newest member of the Geisinger Family.

Compensation/Benefits:

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.* Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

** Does not qualify for J-1 waiver. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

*Domestic partner benefits not applicable at Geisinger Holy Spirit.

 Instructions for Resume Submission:

Contact Us: hllazo@geisinger.edu

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Capital Health

Job Description:

Capital Health is the region’s leader in advanced medicine with significant investments in advanced technologies and the best physicians. Comprising its two hospitals (Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and the Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell) and the Capital Health – Hamilton outpatient facility, Capital Health is a growing healthcare organization that is accredited by The Joint Commission. Capital Health has also received Magnet® status for the fourth consecutive time in recognition of its quality patient care, innovations in professional nursing practice, and nursing excellence. Only 29 organizations in the country have received Magnet status four times and five of those organizations are in New Jersey. In addition, our nursing team received special recognition for excellence in stroke and outpatient emergency care.

Responsibilities:

• Audits medical record documentation for accurate assignment of diagnosis, current procedural terminology and evaluation and management codes. Researches coding and reimbursement issues and reports findings to management, physicians and staff.
• Provides ongoing education to physicians and LIPs on documentation requirments for accurate code assignments. Works with supervisor for any training-related questions.
• Performs internal quality assessment reviews on physician (professional) coding to ensure compliance with national coding guidelines and Capitalh Health’s policies for complete, accurate and consistent coding that results in appropriate reimbursement and data integrity.
• Assists with preparation and presentation of monitoring results for review with physicians and hospital leadership.
• Attends hospital and medical staff meetings to respond to documentation-related issues. Provides support for coding provider-based billing-related claims, which includes coding professional fees.
• Facilitates change processes required to capture needed documentation, such as forms design.
• Assists in appeals process resulting from third-party reviews.

Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in Health Information Management.
• RHIT and Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) required.
• Physician coding and training certification.
• Three years of supervisory experience. Physician coding and auditing experience preferred. Professional-fee coding a plus.
• CPC or CCS required; RHIA or RHIT preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of pathophysiology and disease processes.
• Strong knowledge of industry guidelines and laws for physician coding and reimbursement. Possesses research and analysis skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications to include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
• Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, or pathophysiology knowledge.
• Ability to develop, implement, deliver and assess coding education plans using a variety of methods to individual providers or provider groups.

We offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Tuition reimbursement
• Low employee expense for medical and dental insurance
• 403(b) Savings and Retirement Program

Easy commute from PA and major NJ routes.

Find out why our 3000+ employees have chosen Capital Health.

For more information and to apply online, please visit http://www.capital.attnhr.com/jobs/165696

Equal opportunity employer.

PI103159324

Instructions for Resume Submission:

Apply Online: http://www.capital.attnhr.com/jobs/165696

Capital Health

Full Time, Days

Job Description:

Capital Health is the region’s leader in advanced medicine with significant investments in advanced technologies and the best physicians. Comprising its two hospitals (Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and the Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell) and the Capital Health – Hamilton outpatient facility, Capital Health is a growing healthcare organization that is accredited by The Joint Commission. Capital Health has also received Magnet® status for the fourth consecutive time in recognition of its quality patient care, innovations in professional nursing practice, and nursing excellence. Only 29 organizations in the country have received Magnet status four times and five of those organizations are in New Jersey. In addition, our nursing team received special recognition for excellence in stroke and outpatient emergency care.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews surgical documentation to assign accurate CPT-4 procedure codes and appropriate modifiers for procedures in the operating room, as well as complex procedures performed in a procedure room.
• Assigns primary and secondary ICD-10CM diagnosis codes.
• Analyzes provider documentation to ensure the appropriate Evaluation and Management codes are assigned.
• Ensures compliance with national coding guidelines and Capital Health’s policies for complete, accurate and consistent coding resulting in appropriate reimbursement and data integrity.
• Accurately applies official coding conventions and rules established by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for assignment of procedural and diagnostic codes.
• Reviews CCI edits, MUE edits, LCD and NCD coverage before chart finalization.
• Contacts and collaborates with appropriate personnel for documentation insufficiencies and to expedite resolution of accounts.
• Maintains level of expertise through continuing education. Maintains appropriate productivity levels.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) or Certified General Surgery Coder (CGSC) preferred.
• Associate’s degree in Health Information Management preferred.
• Two years of experience in a physician coding role with outpatient ICD-10, CPT-4 and HCPCS coding.
• One year of surgical coding preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
• Certified General Surgery Coder (CGSC) preferred.

We offer:

• Competitive salaries
• Tuition reimbursement
• Low employee expense for medical and dental insurance
• 403(b) Savings and Retirement Program

Easy commute from PA and major NJ routes.

Find out why our 3000+ employees have chosen Capital Health.

Equal opportunity employer.

PI103159309

Instructions for Resume Submission:

For more information and to apply online, please visit http://www.capital.attnhr.com/jobs/165695