St. Luke's University Health Network
Location
Allentown, PA | United States
Job description
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Codes and abstracts all pertinent patient medical information according to ICD-9-CM, CPT-4 Coding, UHDDS guidelines and CMS directives. Assure data quality through quarterly reviews. Performs data entry of abstracted outpatient medical records to Hospital Information system. Works with the Health Information/Medical Records and Finance departments to assure appropriate flow of information. PLEASE NOTE: A 10-question coding skills assessment is a part of the SLUHN application process. The following materials will be needed in order to complete the assessment: INPATIENT – ICD-10-CM & PCS codebooks; OUTPATIENT – ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codebooks. Please plan your time accordingly.JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Codes and abstracts diagnosis and procedure information from patient medical records according to AHA ICD-9-CM, AMA CPT-4, UHDDS and CMS guidelines and regulations. Utilizes the 3M Encoder to verify and assign ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 codes, and MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment.
Maintains 95% data quality coding accuracy rate as measured through quarterly quality reviews.
Maintains daily productivity and turnaround times as outlined in Department’s Performance Improvement plan:
Inpatient
Outpatient
Responsible for remaining up-to-date knowledge of AHA ICD-9-CM coding conventions, MS-DRG and APR-DRG principles and guidelines. Maintains a working knowledge of prospective payment systems as it relates directly to coding process.
Maintains working knowledge of clinical documentation improvement program and functions as liaison for RN clinical documentation specialists (inpatient coding professionals only).
6. Demonstrates/models the Network’s core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Assists in training of new personnel. Other related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS: Sitting for up to 7 hours per day, 3 hours at a time. Repetitive arm/finger use retrieving/viewing computerized patient medical record and abstracting of patient information. Extended periods of vision use for reviewing computerized patient records, abstracting of patient information, approximately 7 hours per day, 3 hours at a time. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Occasionally may be required to use upper extremities to lift up to 10 lbs.; stoop, bend, or reach to retrieve resource materials and/or paper records in accordance with department downtime policy..
POTENTIAL ON-THE-JOB RISKS: No identified risks.
SPECIFIC PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE: N/A
MOST COMPLEX DUTY: Ability to apply objective understanding of AHA ICD-9CM coding conventions and AMA CPT-4 guidelines. Appropriately assign diagnosis and procedure codes for accurate reimbursement. Understanding computerized Network Information and encoding software systems.
SUPERVISION (Received and/or Given): Director, Network Coding Services
COMMUNICATIONS: Communicate frequently in a tactful, respectful and diplomatic manner with internal and external customers. Advises Director of issues requiring immediate attention.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Adheres to the confidentiality guidelines as outlined within the Hospital and departmental policies. Promotes positive customer satisfaction by way of prompt and courteous service.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION:
RHIA, RHIT and/or CCS eligible or currently enrolled in a Health Information Technology or other health-care related program desired. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and medical terminology as well as AHA ICD-9-CM and AMA CPT-4 coding conventions required. Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS preferred.
Candidate will be expected to obtain their AHIMA credential within three years of hire date to retain position with St. Luke’s University Health Network.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 1-3 years demonstrated inpatient and/or outpatient coding experience in acute care, teaching setting. Previous experience with computerized patient record and 3M encoding system preferred
WORK SCHEDULE:
Day shift but may require other hours as necessary.
REVISED: 7/0,; 8/11, 2/13, 9/13
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
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