Certified Coder/Analyst

$5000 Sign On Bonus For External Hires! Remote Coder positions are available in FL, CT, NC, SC, NY, NH, TX, AZ, NJ, PA, ME, and MA! Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations - Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York - plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations. Summary: Appropriately analyzes and codes complex inpatient records for facility. Position requires high-level expertise in coding and documentation guidelines, coding clinics, and knowledge of MS DRGs, CC/MCC for appropriate reimbursement and compliance. Responsibilities: Perform ICD-10- CM/PCS to maintain an accurate database and ensure accurate coding at minimum accuracy rate of 95% Apply knowledge of MS DRG and APR DRG assignment, Official Coding guidelines, Comorbidity/complication coding, HAC Conditions, accurate POA assignment and current AHA coding clinic guidelines Effectively and professionally communicate with Physicians to clarify the diagnoses for accurate DRGs and severity of illness Ability to code using either 3M 360 encoder or ICD-10-CM/ICD10 PCS codebook Mentor and train junior coders Perform audits as assigned by coding manager Demonstrates advanced knowledge of the impact of coding decisions on revenue cycle, including the ability to assist in appealing payer denials. Responds to all business office questions regarding diagnoses and procedures in a timely manner Attends and participates in required hospital education programs in order to maintain and enhance their coding skills and stay abreast of changes in codes, coding guidelines and regulations Maintains certified coding credentials in accordance with the certified coding requirements and demonstrates annual compliance. Requirements: Minimum Experience of 5 years High School Diploma or Equivalent RHIT or RHIA certified Training in medical terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT procedure and E/M coding Able to decipher operative reports, medical orders & various medical records in the appropriate selection of codes What We Offer: Medical, Dental, Vision Paid Time Off (PTO) 401K Life and Disability Tuition Reimbursement In addition, we provide a range of voluntary benefits!! Work Type: Full-Time Work Shift: M-F, 8 hour regular day shifts Salary Range: $16 - $24/hour (Pay depends on years of experience) EOE, including disability/vets. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities. Company Description: Health Quest and Western Connecticut Health Network have combined to form a new nonprofit health system. The name for the new health system will be Nuvance Health. The new health system was created to provide communities across New York's Hudson Valley and western Connecticut with more convenient, accessible and affordable care.

Created: 2024-11-02