Serves as a central resource for coding questions.
Prepares and presents monthly focused education for the coding department
Prepares coding resource documents to support coding accuracy and consistency.
Responsible for coding all types of outpatient medical records with efficiency and accuracy.
Responsible for writing compliant retro coding queries to providers when indicated.
Attends meetings and educational conferences, assuming personal responsibility for professional development and ongoing education to maintain proficiency.
Works on special coding related projects and serves as a coding resource for other BILH departments.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
High School diploma or equivalent, required
Minimum of Associate degree in Health Information Management or Completion of a AHIMA or AAPC Coding Certification program, required
Licensure, Certification & Registration
CPC from AAPC, required
Experience
Minimum 5 year of ICD-10-CM, CPT/HCPC coding assignment, required
Minimum of 5 years coding auditing and/or coding validation, preferred
Microsoft Office applications
Primary Care, E/M coding for surgical and medical specialties, audting experience, required
Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Computer Skills
Medical terminology
Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word and PowerPoint applications
Knowledge and understanding of current ICD-10-CM and CPT/HCPC Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
Knowledge of medical records content and management
Strong written communication skills
Working knowledge of the EMR either through experience or education, including experience working with structured data and database management
Knowledge of laws and regulations about health information and patient confidentiality
Adheres to Department, Hospital, and Human Resource Policies Preferred
Qualifications & Skills
Epic experience
Level III PB Coding experience/Auditing experience
Pay Range
$31.37 - $50.20
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
