Medical Records Coder I - Full Time - Days - Mohawk Valley Health System : Job Details

Job SummaryUnder the general direction of the Director CDI/Coding or designee, the Medical Records Coder I will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS. Core Job ResponsibilitiesAssign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer Audit charges and establish proper coding in collaboration with providersInitiate and follow up on queries with providersAssist departments with diagnostic and procedural codingRespond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denialsReview and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures Perform other duties as required.Education/Experience RequirementsRequired:AS in Health Information Management , a related degree or equivalent experienceKnowledge of EMR, Coding Software, and Microsoft OfficeKnowledge/understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits Good Oral and Written CommunicationPreferred:BS in Health Information ManagementKnowledge of Epic and 3M softwareLicensure/Certification RequirementsPREFERRED: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification DisclaimerQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.Job DetailsReq Id 89431Department CODINGShift DaysShift Hours WorkedS 8.00FTE 1Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNIONEmployee Status A1 - Full-TimeUnion Non-UnionPay Range $18 - $28 Hourly