What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Coder position at MercyOne?
Key Responsibilities:
- Accurately abstracts information from the service documentation, assigns and sequences appropriate CPT, ICD-9/10, and HCPCS codes into the appropriate billing systems, ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
- Communicates professionally with providers, practice management, and other stake holders either verbally or in writing.
- Responsible for working encounters in the coding work queue or task lists in a timely manner.
- Meets or exceeds organizational coding production and quality standards.
- Understands and applies regulatory changes and stays current with coding updates, for example NCCI and MUE edits.
- Reviews and resolves coding denials.
- Participates in special projects and completes other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements / Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One year physician coding experience preferred.
- Previous Electronic Health Record experience preferred.
License/Certification:
- Coding Certification through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) as Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P)
OR the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) as a Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.
- Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
