Quality Assurance Specialist III

Job Description:

  • Assigns ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and/or CPT codes.
  • Reviews and interprets physician documentation to appropriately assign diagnosis and procedure codes.
  • Communicates with and provides feedback to the education team and/or providers.
  • Reviews patient charges to determine necessary coding to complete the account.
  • Identifies principle and secondary diagnoses and procedure codes from the electronic medical record.
  • Utilizes the encoder or coding books to generate ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and CPT codes for diagnosis and procedures.
  • Sequences diagnosis and procedures to generate appropriate billing.
  • Queries physicians to obtain diagnosis if not clearly provided in records.
  • Utilizes other available resources for assignment of codes as necessary.
  • Assists other coders in resolving coding problems.
  • Provides ICD-10 and CPT, for physician research projects, and for quality reporting purposes.
  • Completes abstracts for records as appropriate.
  • Assists in correction of problem accounts.
  • Reviews charts for completeness.
  • Participates in education and maintains certification.
  • Assists in auditing records.
  • Maintains concurrent coding for inpatient records.

Requirements:

  • Required H.S. Diploma or equivalent
  • Required Licenses/Certifications: CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CIPC, COC, CPC, CRC, RHIA, RHIT
  • Required 4 years coding experience with preferred experience using an encoder and experience using an electronic medical record
  • Preferred Skill: Prior experience in Hematology and Oncology coding is required. Certified Hematology and Oncology Coder (CHONC) credentials are preferred.

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development
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