Medical Coder Remote - Ambulatory Procedure Job at Avosys Technology, Inc., El Paso, TX

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  • Avosys Technology, Inc.
  • El Paso, TX

Job Description

Overview:

Avosys is a growing integrator of professional, technological and management solutions services. Founded in 1998, Avosys provides services nationwide to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. We recognize the foundation of our firm is our people and we continue to rise above our competition by hiring the best.

Is it your calling to serve our Nations Heroes? Avosys is seeking a Remote Medical Coder to provide services to the military in El Paso, Tx.

  • Maximize family time with no weekend, Holiday, or on-call requirements
  • Maintain work-life balance with guaranteed 8-hour shifts
  • Take advantage of our competitive, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability & 401(k)

Responsibilities:
  • Accurately assigns diagnosis and procedure codes for facility and professional services for Ambulatory Procedure Visit (APV), Dental surgical procedures, Observation, Emergency Department (ED), outpatient ERSA, and Outpatient encounters IAW DHA completeness, productivity, and timeliness standards. Work may involve areas such as Laboratory, Radiology, and Dental services. Codes records with correct Ambulatory Payment Classifications (APCs); and Relative Value Units (RVUs) in order for the Center to receive correct reimbursement or workload credit. Performs necessary tasks within MHS GENESIS and other military coding systems to complete encounters. May be tasked with assisting with outpatient coding if available.

  • Adheres to accepted coding practices, guidelines and conventions when choosing the most appropriate diagnosis , operation, procedure, ancillary, or E&M code to ensure ethical, accurate , and complete coding.
  • Monitors ever-changing regulatory and policy requirements affecting coded information for the full spectrum of services provided .
  • Maintains technical currency through continuing education and training opportunities.
  • Reviews encounter and/or record documentation to identify inconsistencies, ambiguities, or discrepancies that may cause inaccurate coding, medico-legal re-percussions or impacts quality patient care. Identifies any problems with legibility, abbreviations, etc., and brings it to the providers attention . May perform assessments and examine records for proper sequence of documents, presence of authorized signatures, and sufficient data is documented that supports diagnosis, treatment administered, and results obtained .
  • Develops and submits a written (electronic or hard copy) query IAW DHA guidelines to the provider to request clarification of provider documentation that is conflicting, ambiguous, or incomplete regarding any significant reportable condition or procedure. Monitors query submission, response times, and completion.
  • Educates and provides feedback to providers and clinical staff to resolve documentation issues to support coding compliance. Assigns accurate codes to encounters based upon provider responses to queries and reports queries and responses IAW DHA guidance.
  • Acts as a source of reference to medical staff that have questions, issues, or concerns related to coding . Responds to provider questions and provides examples of appropriate coding and documentation reference(s) to provide clarity and understanding . Based on contacts from the medical staff, identifies training opportunities and works with coding training personnel to focus on consistency and clarity of coding advice provided.
  • Collaborates with Medical Coding Trainers in developing, delivering, and monitoring initial and annual coding training to providers and clinical staff by providing guidance to professional and technical staff in documentation requirements for coding. Responsible for assignment of accurate E&M, ICD, CPT and HCPCS codes and modifiers from medical record documentation into the Government computer systems.
  • Supports DHA coding compliance by performing due diligence in ethically and appropriately researching and/or interpreting existing guidance, including seeking clarification from the Lead Medical Coder, supervisor, or DHA-MCPB. Performs administrative related tasks associated with medical records final reviews/audits and contacting various departments, services, or medical staff to obtain data needed to complete the records. Complies with DHA coding compliance requirements regarding training and reporting of potential violations .

Qualifications:

EDUCATION: The Ambulatory Procedure Medical Coder will possess post-high school education or training from ONE of the following:

  • An Associate degree or higher in Health Information Management or Healthcare Administration, healthcare related major, or biological science; OR
  • A University certificate in medical coding; OR
  • At least 30 semester hours of University/College credit that includes relevant coursework such as anatomy/physiology, medical terminology, health information management, and/or pharmacology; OR
  • Successful completion of an American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) coding certification preparation course for professional services or facility coding that includes medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, health information management concepts, and pharmacology; OR
  • Successful completion of a training course beyond apprentice level for medical technicians, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training, obtained in a training program given by the Armed Forces or the U.S. Maritime Service under close medical and professional supervision.

EXPERIENCE:

  • P ossess a minimum of four (4) years of medical coding and/or auditing experience in two (2) or more medical, surgical, and ancillary specialties within the past 10 years;
  • OR a minimum of two (2) years of medical coding or auditing experience if that experience was in an MTF. A minimum of one (1) year of performance in the specialty is required to qualify .

License - Certifications:

MEDICAL CODING CERTIFICATIONS :

Job Tags

Remote job, Holiday work, Temporary work, Apprenticeship, Local area, Shift work,

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