QUALIFICATIONS
Education
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Graduate of Medical Records technology program
Experience/Skills
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Prior experience in a Medical Records department.
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ICD-10-CM; ICD-10-PCS and CPT-4 coding skills
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Typing and computer experience
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Knowledge of coding guidelines and practices
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Ability to:
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use designated reference materials
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use encoder computer for coding and other specified equipment
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work independently with minimal supervision
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work under pressure with time constraints
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concentrate
Required Licenses/Certifications
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Certification in Coding that could include CCA, CPC, RCCA or CCS
Working Conditions
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Clean, well-lit working environment
ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES
Behavioral Expectations
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Consistently complies with established Behavioral Expectations
Quality
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Codes and abstracts all patient types assigned in accordance with work standards/policies
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Contacts physicians upon receipt of charts requiring additional information or when explanation, clarifications, or diagnosis is required for coding
Quantity
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Codes all charts within five days of discharge per work standards/policies
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Maintains a 95% compliance rate
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Keeps Accounts Receivable Days (A/R) below 3.5 days per month to meet departmental goal
Other Duties
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Answers telephone courteously as needed
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Performs other duties assigned by the HIM Director
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Performs duties with little or no supervision
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Follows policies and procedures to contribute to the efficiency and safety of the HIM Department
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Maintains confidentiality according to Sullivan County Community Hospital and HIM Department policies
Full Time/Day Shift
80 hours/Bi-weekly