IP Coding Specialist / On-site

Spring View Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Spring View Hospital is a 75-bed facility offering a full range of services with state-of-the art technology including pain management, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, behavioral health services, wound care and laboratory. Spring View Hospital's staff and physicians pride ourselves on providing advanced quality care and service.

Where We Are:

Kentucky's Bluegrass Region is famous for its natural beauty, and Marion County is no exception. Green River is a haven for the water sport and fishing enthusiast and is perfect for fishing, skiing and boating. The Downtown Lebanon Historic District, listed on the National Historic Register, features antique shops and an arts and crafts cooperative featuring the works of local and other Kentucky artisans.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assign diagnosis and procedure codes using the appropriate coding classification system on all episodes of care inpatient encounters according to coding conventions, guidelines, and hospital policy, analyzing questionable documentation to ensure the accuracy of the information and resolve identified issues. Ensure the accurate selection of the principal diagnosis, principal procedure, and all applicable diagnoses and procedures. Ensure compliance with official guidelines (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and/or AHA Coding Clinic), AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding, and LifePoint Health Support Center (HSC) policies and procedures.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Position is required to be on-site.

Assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing ICD 10-CM/PCS codes according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requirements for hospital billing.

Achieve and maintain 95% accuracy on quality reviews and assigned productivity standards.

Maintain knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the coding area.

Follow coding workflows for service type to include addressing compliance reviews.

Submit physician queries when clarification of documentation is needed.

Facilitate a positive working relationship with physicians, nurses, medical staff, and hospital employees to ensure that all work-related encounters are productive.

May assist in training and reviewing the work of other coders for accuracy and efficiency.

Make recommendations to the supervisor, and implement and monitor results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department.

Seek advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

Assist others with responsibilities and adjusts work schedule to meet department needs.

Use independent discretion/decision-making while effectively working remotely.

Attend required educational webinars, conference calls, and other coding seminars, and participate in all formal and informal coding discussions.

Maintain coding education hours and renew annual coding credentials as applicable.

Complete all assigned compliance courses within the designated period.

Conform to AHIMA's Code of Ethics and Standards of Ethical Coding, LifePoint Attendance Policy, and ensure patient/employee privacy and dignity by maintaining confidentiality with no infractions.

Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Information:

The position serves internal co-workers and external customers, clients, and contractors.

Access to and/or work with sensitive and/or confidential information.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skills, and/or abilities.

Education: Associate degree in health-related field preferred.

Experience: One year of Podiatry/Orthopedic coding experience is perferred

Certifications: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Required

Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must possess excellent organizational skills and communication skills.

Candidate must be adept in utilizing computer programs and the Internet.

Candidate must be self-motivated and possess the ability to work independently.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job responsibilities.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit for extended periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; taste or smell. Repetitive motion of the upper body is required for extended use of a computer. Specific vision abilities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job responsibilities.

Normal business hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. However, schedules may vary by business necessity.

EEOC Statement:

Spring View Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.