Assistant Remote Inpatient Coding Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs the functions of all services of IP coding. Responsible and accountable for coding and DRG accuracy, timeliness of coding, and utilization of systems used to perform coding functions.  Maintains relationship with Coding Manager/Supervisor, CDI team, Business Office and Case Management staff.  Performs primary function of coding inpatient records, to include DRG assignment and validation.  Maintains knowledge of outpatient coding and other areas to assist as needed.  Utilizes the 3M Encoder to code and classify accurately all medical records according to ICD-10-CM/PCS.  Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.     Three to Five years coding experience required (Inpatient preferred)
2.     Advanced training in medical coding (ICD10-CM/PCS, CPT and APC).
3.     Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
4.     Computer skills.
5.     Ability to read medical reports, interpret lab values pertinent to coding diagnoses, abstract pertinent 
        information from records and to provide meaningful information by telephone or letter in replying to 
        inquiries.
6.     Ability to work remotely. Must be able to provide high speed internet at place of residence at the expense of the employee, with a work area that is in adherence to privacy and security policies and procedures.
7.    Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:
1.     High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required.
2.    Certification: AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA; or AAPC Coding Certification required.
3.    Degree (Medical Records or Healthcare related field) or Coding Education Certificate from an accredited vocational school/college preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:
1.     Three to Five years coding experience required (Inpatient preferred)
2.     Advanced training in medical coding (ICD10-CM/PCS, CPT and APC).
3.     Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
4.     Computer skills.
5.     Ability to read medical reports, interpret lab values pertinent to coding diagnoses, abstract pertinent 
        information from records and to provide meaningful information by telephone or letter in replying to 
        inquiries.
6.     Ability to work remotely. Must be able to provide high speed internet at place of residence at the expense of the employee, with a work area that is in adherence to privacy and security policies and procedures.
7.    Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:
1.     High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required.
2.    Certification: AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA; or AAPC Coding Certification required.
3.    Degree (Medical Records or Healthcare related field) or Coding Education Certificate from an accredited vocational school/college preferred.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

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