Professional Coding Specialist II – Inpatient Notes, Multispecialty Experience

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WVU Medicine

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10,000+ employees

🏥 Healthcare

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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

• Review and interpret medical record documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures affecting inpatient stays or outpatient encounters. • Assign appropriate ICD-10, CPT, and modifier codes. • Complete accurate and timely coding, charging, and account abstraction for assigned specialty areas. • Maintain and enhance coding knowledge through quality reviews, clinical in-services, coding seminars, internal meetings, reference materials, and coding manual updates. • Review data for accuracy and timeliness to obtain clean bills. • Contact physicians and other necessary personnel to obtain information for accurate coding assignments. • Monitor provider documentation and audit provider coding accuracy. • Provide provider education as needed. • Assist Revenue Cycle Operations with claim development and resolution of problem patient accounts. • Research missing charges and problem accounts to support department reimbursement. • Interact with physician and non-physician providers to support correct coding initiatives and compliance.

🎯 Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent • Current HIM/Coding Certification through AHIMA or AAPC • Two (2) years of medical coding experience • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology • Ability to concentrate and maintain accuracy during constant interruptions • Independent decision-making ability • Ability to prioritize job duties • Ability to handle high-stress situations • Ability to adapt to workplace changes • Ability to organize and complete assigned tasks • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to meet quality and productivity standards • Ability to sit for long periods of time • Visual and hearing acuity within the normal range • Manual dexterity to operate computer and office equipment • Ability to lift, push, or pull 10–20 pounds • Multispecialty knowledge/skillset • Active AAPC or AHIMA credential

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote work from anywhere in the US • Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities • 40 scheduled weekly hours