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Medical Coder

Position Type: Full-time (40 hours/week), non-exempt
Hours: Monday ? Friday, 8:00 a.m. ? 5:00 p.m.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum requirements include the following:

High School diploma.
Coding Certification through AHIMA (CCA, CCS, or CCSP) or AAPC (CPC).
Minimum of one year coding experience.
Must meet required continuing education units to maintain AHIMA certification for CCA, CCS, or CCSP or AAPC?s CPC.
Intermediate computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and navigate electronic medical record systems.
Must be available during office hours. Standard hours 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Open communication is a must. Timely responses to emails and phone calls is required.
Must attend all scheduled Teams meetings. (Meetings will be scheduled during standard office hours)

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member of AHIMA or AAPC.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Achieves accurate ICD-10-CM and CPT coding and maintains 92% accuracy for hospital and clinic encounters. Assigns current ICD-10-CM and CPT codes in accordance with AMA and WHO coding requirements, and adheres to federal coding regulations

Coordinates with the billing department for denials and corrections.

Keep up to date on all ICD-10-CM and CPT changes.

Assemble and analyze the component parts of medical records.

Checks for completeness and accuracy of all EMR.

Abides by privacy rules according to HIPAA and AHIMA/AAPC standards of ethics.

Attend department meetings via on-site or TEAMS.

Performs all duties or tasks requested by the Director of Health Information Management and/or CEO.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

ADDITIONAL TASKS

Treats all residents and patients with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents? and patients? rights.

Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.

Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents, patients, and themselves.

Understands and demonstrates knowledge of infection control practices, Universal Precautions, OSHA Blood Borne Pathogen Standard, and follows compliance with established policies and procedures.

Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.

Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or CEO.

Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents and patients from abuse and cooperates with all investigations.

Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.

Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility?s emergency plan.

Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.

Follows established infection control policies and procedures.

As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.

PERSONAL SKILLS AND TRAITS DESIRED/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.

Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork.

Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, patients, family and staff.

Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.

Ability to assist in evacuation of residents and patients during emergency situations.

Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.

May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.

May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, patients, family members, visitors or personnel.

Intermediate computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, encoders, and navigate electronic medical record systems.

Basic knowledge of scanning, fax, and copy machines.

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time at a desk while working on a computer.

Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.

Mainly works in office but may require work throughout the facility.

Subject to frequent interruptions.

Communicates with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.

Subject to call-back during emergency conditions.

BENEFITS
403(b) Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our retirement savings plan.
Paid Vacation: Enjoy well-deserved time off with paid vacation days.
Floating Holiday: Celebrate special occasions or take a break when it suits you.
Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
Dental Insurance: Maintain your oral health with our dental insurance plan.
Paid Sick Leave: We prioritize your health and well-being with paid sick leave.
Paid Holidays: Celebrate holidays with paid time off.

ABOUT TIOGA MEDICAL CENTER
Tioga Medical Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality, and comprehensive healthcare services tailored to the unique needs of our rural community. We are committed to fostering trust, enhancing wellness, and supporting patients at every stage of life. Our facility includes a rural health clinic, critical access hospital, long-term care, and independent living apartments. Join us where passion meets purpose!

Tioga Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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