Coding Quality Education Analyst (Inpatient) - Full Time - Days

Here’s What you Need

Education
Associate's Degree Health Information Services, Nursing, or related field REQUIRED or
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent 2 Years Coding experience in lieu of degree REQUIRED

Experience
3 Years Coding in an acute care setting REQUIRED and
1 Year Performing coding and documentation audits preferred

Licenses and Certifications
RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
CCS - Certified Coding Specialist Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
CPMA - Certified Medical Auditor Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
APCIC - Certified Inpatient Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
CCDS - Cert Clinical Doc Spec Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
CDIP - Cert Doc Integrity Spec Upon Hire REQUIRED Or
RN - Registered Nurse If RN, then must have RHIT or RHIA or CCS or CDIP (AHIMA Certified Documentation Integrity Practitioner) or CCDS (ACDIS Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist or CIC (AAPC Certified Inpatient Coder) Upon Hire REQUIRED

Skills
Proficient in software applications (Excel, Word, Optum CAC, EPIC). Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM, PCS and CPT-4. Expert in coding convention/automated encoder (knowledge management of NCCI/OCE billing edits). Knowledgeable in APC and DRG methodologies and all regulatory/payer requirements associated with coding. Demonstrated knowledge of an ability to apply THR coding policies and procedures to record review process. Demonstrated time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated clear and concise oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated strong decision making and problem-solving skills. Personal initiative to keep abreast of new developments in coding updates/technology/research/regulatory data. Successful completion of ICD-10 AHIMA Academy training and certification (Preferred).

What you will do

·       Performs auditing of medical records and validates assignment of DRG, diagnosis and procedure codes

·       Assists leadership in organizational improvement efforts

·       Serves as subject matter expert

·       Professional accountability

 

Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee

·       Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

·       Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.

·       Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

·       A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

At Texas Health Resources, our mission is “to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve”. 

Our award-winning culture is a tribute to our amazing employees. We’re thrilled to be a 2023 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” for the 9th year in a row! 

We strive to create an atmosphere of respect, integrity, compassion and excellence for all. We’re committed to diversity in our workforce, and our mission to serve spreads across ethnic, cultural, economic and generational boundaries. Join us and to do your life’s best work here!   

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