CERTIFIED MEDICAL CODER

Mountain View Hospital is looking for a Certified Medical Coder to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY:

Accountable for conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using an international classification of diseases.  The coder assigns ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and/or HCPCS codes creating APC or DRG group assignment for reimbursement purposes.  Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/ procedures to optimize reimbursement.  Must be able to read and interpret operative reports, history and physicals, physician orders, and pathology reports to determine the correct coding.  Ensures that records are coded in an accurate and timely manner.  Abstracting worksheets to add codes in software.

BENEFITS:

Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Mountain View Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital

Please note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

1. Ensure that records are coded.
2. Reviews charts thoroughly to ascertain all diagnoses/procedures.
3. Contacts responsible physician in professional manner if diagnosis is not available on chart.
4. Coder’s diagnoses and procedure on clinical summary agree with physician’s preference 100% of the time.
5. Refers chart to director, if there is a question regarding the diagnosis code.
6. Utilizes computerized coding/abstracting equipment.
7. Codes all diagnoses/procedures in accordance to ICD-10 coding guidelines.
8. Logs diagnoses, procedures and other abstracting data on worksheet to input in software.
9. Ensures data quality and optimum reimbursement allowable under the federal and state payment system.
10. Acts as a resource person to hospital staff for coding and may provide education regarding coding changes/issues.
11. Must be familiar with all charting and coding requirements.
12. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well in stressful situations.
13. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures confidentiality of patients’ records.
14. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
15. Participates in educational program and in-service meetings. 
16. Attends meetings as required.
17. Accepts and completes other duties as assigned or requested.
18. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
19. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
20. Maintains 92% coding accuracy.
21. Completes annual education requirements
22. Maintains regulatory requirements.
23. Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
24. Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized punch time system correctly.
25. Adheres to dress