Inpatient Coder, Level 1 Trauma

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b>UW Medicine Enterprise Records and Health Information</b> has an outstanding opportunity for an <b>INPATIENT CODER</b>. Experience in a Level 1 Trauma center or teaching facility is preferred.<br><br><b>WORK SCHEDULE</b></p><ul><li><p>100% FTE, Days</p></li><li><p>Mondays - Fridays</p></li><li><p>100% Remote</p></li></ul><p><br><b>POSITION HIGHLIGHTS</b></p><ul><li><p>Implements the mission and goals of Enterprise Records and Health Information, and incorporating a “patients are first” service culture.</p></li><li><p>Performs daily activities related to of abstract Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) coding and billing</p></li><li><p>Analyzes the medical record to assign International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Clinical Modification (CM) diagnoses and Procedure Coding System (PCS) procedure codes to ensure correct code assignment and optimal reimbursement in compliance with state and federal guidelines</p></li></ul><p><br><b>DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION</b><br>Enterprise Records and Health Information (ERHI) is a Shared Service Department that supports all aspects of the patient medical record from governance, integrity, documentation timeliness, completion, clinical coding, billing, release, and tracking to management of access, retention, and destruction.<br><br><b>PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</b></p><ul><li><p>Performs chart analysis and assigns ICD-CM and ICD-PCS codes using 3M computer assisted coding (CAC) to compute the final DRG assignment to diagnoses and procedures in an integrated system to ensure the appropriate coding for the facility inpatient billing and reimbursement</p></li><li><p>Reviews patient records upon admission and at discharge to the inpatient Rehabilitation Unit; assigns codes to each record to assure proper Case Mix Group (CMG) assignment and appropriate reimbursement to the facility for Medicare Rehab patients</p></li><li><p>Abstracts and/or reviews necessary patient data within EPIC and 3M 360 CAC to ensure data integrity, accurate reimbursement, proper case mix and hospital decision support.</p></li><li><p>Identifies the need for documentation clarity and works with the Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) department to review clinical documentation and/or request provider documentation clarification</p></li><li><p>Maintains four day turnaround times for inpatient coding based on the discharge date and understand charge lag impacts, especially for high dollar accounts and long length of stays (LOS).</p></li></ul><p><br><b>REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><ul><li><p>High school diploma or equivalent and three years of coding experience or equivalent <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">education/experience.</span></p></li><li><p>Certified as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician Based (CCS-P), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC), Radiology Certified Coder (RCC) or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder (ROCC).</p></li></ul><p><br><i><b>UW Medicine – Where your Impact Goes Further</b></i><br>UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.<br><br>All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.</p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Compensation, Benefits and Position Details</b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Pay Range Minimum:</b></p>$34.16 hourly<p style="text-align:left"><b>Pay Range Maximum:</b></p>$48.89 hourly<p style="text-align:left"><b>Other Compensation:</b></p>-<p style="text-align:left"><b>Benefits:</b></p>For information about benefits for this position, visit <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/</span><p style="text-align:left"><b>Shift:</b></p>First Shift (United States of America)<p style="text-align:left"><b>Temporary or Regular?</b></p>This is a regular position<p style="text-align:left"><b>FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):</b></p>100.00%<p><b>Union/Bargaining Unit:</b></p>SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory<p></p><p><b>About the UW </b></p><p></p><p>Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.  </p><p></p><p>UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. </p><p></p><p><b>Our Commitment </b></p><p></p><p>The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with <a href="https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="color:#005cb9"><u>UW Executive Order No. 81</u></span></a>.</p><p></p><p>To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or <a href="mailto:dso@uw.edu" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">dso@uw.edu</a>. </p><p></p><p>Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under <a href="https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Washington state law</a>. </p>

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