Professional Coding Spec II – Outreach

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WVU Medicine

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10,000+ employees

🏥 Healthcare

⚕️ Healthcare Insurance

Healthcare • Healthcare Insurance

WVU Medicine is a comprehensive health system affiliated with West Virginia University, providing medical services through a network of hospitals across West Virginia. The system includes notable facilities such as J. W. Ruby Memorial Hospital, WVU Medicine Children's, and various other regional medical centers. WVU Medicine offers a wide range of healthcare services, including specialized and advanced medical treatments such as robotic heart surgery. It's also involved in medical education, research, and community health initiatives, emphasizing a mission of delivering high-quality care to the communities it serves.

📋 Description

• Ensure accurate and appropriate gathering of information into the coding classification systems. • Obtain accurate documentation in the medical record for coding assignments. • Analyze and resolve issues of missing charges and problem accounts. • Review medical records documentation to identify all diagnosis and procedures affecting the inpatient stay or outpatient encounter. • Assure quality and timely coding and abstraction of accounts daily for assigned specialty areas. • Provide assistance to Revenue Cycle Operations in claim development functions.

🎯 Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent. • Current HIM/Coding Certification through ONE of the following : American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) • Two (2) years of medical coding experience. • Core duties include accurately interpreting medical records and assigning appropriate codes (ICD-10, CPT, etc.) • Contact physicians or any necessary personnel to obtain information required for coding assignments. • Ability to maintain accuracy during constant interruptions and handle high stress situations.

🏖️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Standard office environment.