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Houston Methodist Corporate

Inpatient Coder

Bellaire, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $23.50/hr

Proficiency with electronic encoder application preferred * Extensive PC knowledge - must be able to work effectively in common office software, coding software and abstracting systems ESSENTIAL ...

Houston Methodist

Inpatient Coder

Katy, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Proficiency with electronic encoder application preferred * Extensive PC knowledge - must be able to work effectively in common office software, coding software and abstracting systems ESSENTIAL ...

Houston Methodist Corporate

Inpatient Coder

Katy, TX

$18.75 - $22.75/hr

Proficiency with electronic encoder application preferred * Extensive PC knowledge - must be able to work effectively in common office software, coding software and abstracting systems ESSENTIAL ...

Houston Methodist Corporate

Outpatient Coder

Katy, TX · On-site

Proficiency with electronic encoder application * Extensive PC knowledge - must be able to work effectively in common office software, coding software and abstracting systems ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ...

Houston Methodist

Coding Quality Auditor

Katy, TX

$25 - $28.50/hr

Proficiency with electronic encoder application * AHIMA designated ICD-10 Approved Trainer preferred ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Interacts and communicates effectively with ...

Houston Methodist

Outpatient Coder

Katy, TX · On-site

Proficiency with electronic encoder application * Extensive PC knowledge - must be able to work effectively in common office software, coding software and abstracting systems ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS ...

Houston Methodist

Inpatient Coder

Katy, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Proficiency with electronic encoder application preferred * Extensive PC knowledge - must be able to work effectively in common office software, coding software and abstracting systems ESSENTIAL ...

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Embedded Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$130K - $171K/yr

Experience with Robotics technologies (Motor Controllers, Lidars, Encoders, and various sensor technologies). Exposure to, or development experience with, Autonomous Navigation Systems.

University Health Careers

Coding Tech

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as 3M Encoder and Grouping Software preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must maintain a valid credential offered by one of the following credentialing ...

University Health

Coding Tech

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$19.80 - $31.25/hr

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as 3M Encoder and Grouping Software preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must maintain a valid credential offered by one of the following credentialing ...

University Health

Coding Tech

San Antonio, TX

$19.80 - $31.25/hr

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as 3M Encoder and Grouping Software preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must maintain a valid credential offered by one of the following credentialing ...

University Health

Coding Tech

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as 3M Encoder and Grouping Software preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must maintain a valid credential offered by one of the following credentialing ...

University Health Careers

Coding Tech

San Antonio, TX · On-site

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as 3M Encoder and Grouping Software preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must maintain a valid credential offered by one of the following credentialing ...

University Health

Coding Tech

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$19.80 - $31.25/hr

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products as well as 3M Encoder and Grouping Software preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must maintain a valid credential offered by one of the following credentialing ...

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What is an encoding?

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What are the primary responsibilities of an encoding professional on a typical day?

As an Encoding professional, your primary responsibilities typically include reviewing, organizing, and entering data into digital formats, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company or industry standards. You may also be responsible for validating and checking data integrity, working closely with quality assurance or IT teams to resolve discrepancies. Encoders often handle sensitive or confidential information, so attention to detail and adherence to data privacy protocols are crucial. Collaboration with colleagues in other departments is common to ensure data consistency and support various business operations.

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Encoder jobs typically pay between $12 and $25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and industry. Skilled encoders with certifications or specialized tools may earn higher wages, especially in fields like data entry, media, or logistics.

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Coding Quality Auditor

Bellaire, TX • On-site

Houston Methodist Corporate
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$24.50 - $27.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Houston Methodist rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 301 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Coding Quality Auditor position is responsible for ensuring accuracy in code assignment of diagnosis and procedure to outpatient and/or inpatient encounters based upon documentation within the electronic medical record while maintaining compliance with established rules and regulatory body guidelines. This position performs data quality review to ensure data integrity, coding accuracy, and revenue preservation. Additional duties include participating in quality review and performance improvement projects throughout the department and/or facility.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • Associate’s degree or higher in a Commission on Accreditation in Health Informatics and Information Management accredited program required or additional two years of experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below) required in lieu of degree

EXPERIENCE
  • Five years of coding experience relevant to the area auditing (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, professional fee)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • Muat have one of the following: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS from AHIMA

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
  • Knowledge of an electronic medical record and imaging systems
  • Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology
  • Proficiency with electronic encoder application
  • AHIMA designated ICD-10 Approved Trainer preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Interacts and communicates effectively with members of the coding team and HIM, physicians, CDMP nurses, IT, Quality Operations, Case Management, Patient Access and Business Office.
  • Participates and provides good feedback during coding section meetings, coding education in-services, and coder/CDMP meetings. Takes initiative to assist others and shares knowledge with the coding group and business partners on official coding guidelines.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Responds promptly to internal and external customer coding/DRG requests. Responds promptly to Business Office requests to code or review coded accounts for accuracy. Identifies and anticipates customer requirements, expectations, and needs. Provides assistance to the leadership team or other coders with coding of the accounts or answering questions from other coders relating to coding and work flows.
  • Initiates queries with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnoses and/or procedures as appropriate, utilizing the established physician query process. Provides assistance to Clinical Documentation Management Program (CDMP) with appropriate MS-DRG and APR-DRG assignment, sequencing of diagnoses and procedures, and coding and documentation training.
  • Assists with quality assurance (peer) reviews to ensure data integrity and accuracy of coding, identifies opportunities for improvements, and makes recommendations for optimal enhancements.
  • Assists Case Management and Patient Access Departments in providing appropriate CPT codes for pre-admission and pre-certification requirements including the inpatient only process. Assists in the development of documentation protocols for physicians. Represents the coding area in Hospital meeting/events when necessary (e.g., Performance Improvement Committees).

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Maintains and achieves the highest standards of coding quality by assigning accurate ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS and CPT codes utilizing an electronic encoder application in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory body guidelines.
  • Performs accurate, optimal DRG and APC assignment, in accordance with nationally established rules and guidelines based upon documentation within the medical record.
  • Reviews discharge disposition entered by nursing and corrects if necessary in order to achieve the highest quality of entered data.
  • Assigns and enters physician identification number and procedure date correctly in the medical record abstracting system. Reviews medical record documentation and abstracts data into the encoder and Electronic Health Record (EHR) abstracting system to determine principal or final diagnosis, co-morbid conditions and complications, secondary conditions and procedures.
  • Assists with quality reviews of outpatient or inpatient accounts and/or training of new coders. Complies with the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and adheres to official guidelines.
  • Aggregates data from reviews and compiles reports for HIM management.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Utilizes time effectively. Consistently codes and abstracts at departmental standards of productivity while ensuring accuracy of coding. Ensures work flows and worklists are reviewed or monitored in order to identify old uncoded accounts or problem accounts.
  • Assists in making sure coding bill hold goal is met. Maintains coding timeframes within acceptable guidelines by ensuring all work items assigned to the coding queues and worklists are processed in a timely manner.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Critically evaluates her or his own performance, accepts constructive criticism, and looks for ways to improve. Displays initiative to improve relative to job function. Contributes ideas to help improve quality of coding data and abstracting data.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
    WORK ATTIRE
    • Uniform: No
    • Scrubs: No
    • Business professional: Yes
    • Other (department approved): No

    ON-CALL*
    *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
    • On Call* No

    TRAVEL**
    **Travel specifications may vary by department**
    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
  • Associate’s degree or higher in a Commission on Accreditation in Health Informatics and Information Management accredited program required or additional two years of experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below) required in lieu of degree

EXPERIENCE
  • Five years of coding experience relevant to the area auditing (e.g., inpatient, outpatient, professional fee)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
  • Muat have one of the following: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS from AHIMA

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers. The health system consists of eight hospitals: Houston Methodist Hospital, its flagship academic hospital in the Texas Medical Center, seven community hospitals and one long-term acute care hospital throughout the Greater Houston metropolitan area. Houston Methodist also includes a research institute; a comprehensive residency program; international patient services; freestanding comprehensive care clinics, emergency care and imaging centers; and outpatient facilities. Come lead with us!

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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