[Hiring] Experienced Inpatient Medical Record Coder @Stony Brook University

Role Description

At Stony Brook Medicine, the Coder will be responsible for selecting and assigning accurate codes from the current version of coding systems including ICD-10 CM, ICD-10 PCS, CPT and HCPCS codes.

• Demonstrates proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications, Citrix and Adobe Reader in using required computer systems with minimal assistance.
• Reviews the medical record and all applicable documentation to determine the appropriate codes to assign for the services and diagnoses.
• Utilizes coding resources along with any other applicable reference material available to ensure accuracy in coding for all of the assigned services.
• Follows all HIPAA regulations and upholds a higher standard around privacy requirements.
• Demonstrates the technical competence to use the facility encoder as it interfaces with the hospital mainframe and/or EMR in a remote setting.
• Maintains a working knowledge of various laws, regulations and industry guidance that impact compliant coding.
• Must meet all coder productivity and quality goals.
• Ensures the confidentiality of data contained in the medical records as outlined in institutional policies and procedures.
• Supports and promotes the HIM department by participating in special projects.
• Assigns and sequences ICD-10CM-PCS diagnostic and procedural codes for designated service lines.
• Working knowledge of MS-DRG and NYS APR DRG grouping logic to accurately reflect the diagnosis, procedures documented in the medical record.
• Documentation assessment and review for accurate abstracting of clinical data to meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree, at least 5 years of facility inpatient coding experience and CCS certification OR, in lieu of a degree, at least 8 years of facility inpatient coding experience and CCS certification OR at least 10 years of facility inpatient coding experience.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in a non-clinical Healthcare related field such as HIM, Health Sciences, Health Informatics or related field.
• 10 or more years facility inpatient coding experience.
• Experience coding facility inpatient encounters for an academic medical center.

Requirements

• Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
• This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days.
• An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date.
• For full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date.
• If no candidate was selected within the initial review, additional applications will be considered until a finalist is identified.
• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke-free environment; smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position may be designated as “essential.”
• Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services.
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen.
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
• Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

Benefits

• The salary range for this position is $77,000 - $97,653 / year.
• All full-time UUP positions have a $4,000 location pay.
• Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck, including generous leave, health plans, and state pension.