HIMS Coder

Encompass Health hiring for HIMS Coder jobs in Williamsburg, PA, US

The Health Information Management System (HIMS) Coder Credentials codes diagnoses and procedures as documented in each patient medical record according to ICD-10-CM classification system and assigns the impairment and CMS 13 group codes. The position extracts information from the medical record, enters into PATCOM and UDS Proware, and establishes an accurate and comprehensive database within The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) standards, professional and regulatory agency guidelines, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS) guidelines, and company policies.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Ensures coding, impairment group, and CMS 13 assignments are accurate and follow guidelines.
Gathers/compiles/enters data from medical records for appropriate and optimal reimbursement/charges.
Completes the CareMedic Verify/AR on all Medicare outpatients for verification of medical necessity.
Sequences the diagnoses and procedures using coding guidelines.
Completes an IRF-PAI for all applicable inpatient admissions.
Monitors and corrects errors on the Work Queue Bill Hold Report.
Navigates intranet and internet for information needs.
Ensures confidentiality of patient information and provides releases in accordance with regulations.
Qualifications
License or Certification:

• RHIA or RHIT preferred
• CCS required

Education, Training and Years of Experience:

• Graduate of accredited Health Information Technology or Administration Program or completion of AHIMA Independent Study Program or completion of advanced coding classes in ICD-10-CM and CPT4 at an accredited college or vocational school preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate, 401(k) with a Company match and stock option
• Benefits that start on date of hire, including medical, dental and vision insurance