Hospital Inpatient Coder (Remote)

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<p style="text-align:left"><b><u>Job Family</u>:</b></p>General Coding<p style="text-align:left"><br><b><u>Travel Required</u>:</b></p>None<p style="text-align:left"><br><b><u>Clearance Required</u>:</b></p>None<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p><b><u>What You Will Do</u>:</b></p><div><p></p><p>The Remote Inpatient Coder will review clinical documentation and diagnostic results as appropriate to extract data and apply appropriate ICD-10 and PCS Diagnosis codes, along with CPT/HCPCS codes as defined for the service type, for coding, billing, internal and external reporting, research as required, and regulatory compliance. Under the direction of the coding manager—the coder should accurately code conditions and procedures as documented and in accordance with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting, CMS and any other official coding guidelines established for use with mandated standard code sets.  </p><ul><li><p>Maintains a working knowledge of ICD-9-10 PCS and CPT coding principles, governmental regulations, official coding guidelines, and third-party requirements regarding documentation and billing.</p></li><li><p>Assures that all services documented in the patient’s chart are coded with appropriate ICD-10/PCS codes. When services/diagnoses are not documented appropriately, seeks to attain proper documentation in a timely manner according to facility standards.</p></li><li><p>Achieves and maintains 95% accuracy in coding while maintaining a high level of productivity.<br>Maintains average productivity standards as follows: 2 IP charts per hour (These productivity standards are Guidehouse general expectations and are subject to change based upon Guidehouse client agreements and/or other factors as determined by management. Notification of expected productivity will be conveyed by Management prior to assignment of a client project).</p></li></ul><p><br><b><u>What You Will Need</u>:</b></p><ul><li><p>High School Diploma <i>(Relevant experience may be substituted for formal education)</i></p></li><li><p>5+ years Medical Coding experience</p></li><li><p>CCS, CPC, RHIT or RHIA Certification from AHIMA or CIC required.</p></li><li><p>Must have experience working in systems such as EPIC and 3M</p></li><li><p>Must have advanced knowledge of Coding clinics ICD-10-CM and PCS</p></li><li><p>Must maintain certification while employed</p></li></ul><p><br><b><u>What Would Be Nice To Have</u>:</b></p><ul><li><p>Previous experience working with CDI and physician queries.</p></li><li><p>Has ability to analyze Provider documentation and assign codes accurately</p></li><li><p>Strong knowledge and application of Government and other payer guidelines as they relate to compliant coding</p></li><li><p>Working knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology as well as Medical Terminology</p></li></ul><p></p><p>#LI-DNI</p></div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>The annual salary range for this position is <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">$56,000.00-$94,000.00.</span> Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.<p><br><b><u>What We Offer</u>:</b></p><p>Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.</p><p></p><p>Benefits include:</p><ul><li><p>Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance</p></li><li><p>Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays</p></li><li><p>Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus</p></li><li><p>Parental Leave</p></li><li><p>401(k) Retirement Plan</p></li><li><p>Basic Life & Supplemental Life</p></li><li><p>Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts</p></li><li><p>Short-Term & Long-Term Disability</p></li><li><p>Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities</p></li><li><p>Skills Development & Certifications</p></li><li><p>Employee Referral Program</p></li><li><p>Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach</p></li><li><p>Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program</p></li></ul><p></p><p><u><b>About Guidehouse</b></u></p><p>Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.</p><p></p><p>Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.</p><p></p><p>If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at <a href="mailto:RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com</span></a>. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.</p><p></p><p>All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or <a href="mailto:guidehouse@myworkday.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">guidehouse@myworkday.com</span></a>.  Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.  Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.</p><p></p><p>If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse’s Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact <a href="mailto:recruiting@guidehouse.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">recruiting@guidehouse.com</span></a>. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant’s dealings with unauthorized third parties.</p><p></p><p><i>Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.</i></p>

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