[Hiring] Senior Inpatient DRG Coder @LCMC Health

Role Description

The Coding Senior will be responsible for applying the appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT diagnostic and procedural codes and determining the MS-DRG and APR-DRG assignment of inpatient records across multiple specialties or applying the appropriate ICD-10 diagnostic and CPT procedure codes for ambulatory records across multiple specialties.

• Proficiently navigates the patient health record and other computer systems/sources to accurately determine diagnosis and procedures codes, MS-DRGs and APCs assignment and all required modifiers.
• Validates charges by comparing charges with health record documentation as necessary.
• Communicates effectively with clinical staff, physicians, and office staff regarding documentation issues or needs related to Inpatient, Outpatient, or Ambulatory coding.
• Identifies concerns and notifies appropriate leadership for resolution.
• Responsible for providing resolution to moderate to complex problems.
• Tracks issues (i.e. missing documentation, charges, and physician queries) that require follow-up to facilitate coding in a timely fashion.
• Consistently meets or exceeds coding quality and productivity standards established by the coding department.
• Adheres to LCMC confidentiality requirements as they relate to the release of any individual or aggregate patient information.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of changes in coding and reimbursement guidelines and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.
• Maintains working knowledge of applicable coding and reimbursement Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, the Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent and 3 years of work experience, or Associate’s and 1 year of experience, or Diploma/Certification in Coding and 1 year of experience.
• Preferred: Associate's Degree in HIM or similar or Completion of AHIMA Approved coding program or AAPC coding program.

Requirements

• A certification in the following areas is also preferred:
• Registered Health Information Technician from the Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)- AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Administrator from the Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)- AHIMA
• Certified Coding Specialist from the Commission on Certification for Health Informatics and Information Management (CCHIIM)
• Comprehensive working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic and procedural coding and MS-DRG or APC grouping.
• Must possess knowledge of third-party reimbursement regulations and billing practices.
• Experience utilizing encoding/grouping software.
• Ability to use standard desktop and windows-based computer systems.
• High ethical standards.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT/HCPCS, MS-DRG, APR-DRG and APC coding principles and guidelines.
• Experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and reimbursement training.
• Knowledge of Prospective Payment System (PPS) methodology for inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and provider-based clinic encounters.
• Knowledge of hospital and professional coding including provider-based billing.
• Knowledge of documentation regulations of Joint Commission and CMS.
• Experience with concurrent coding reviews.
• Knowledge of privacy and security regulations, confidentiality, laws, access and release of information practices.
• Experience in assisting and identifying learning needs as well as providing training to coding staff.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and set priorities to ensure objectives are met in a timely manner.
• Ability to adapt to change and handle challenges proactively.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with physicians and managerial staff at all levels.

Benefits

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do.
• You are welcome here.

Company Description

LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.