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IRF Inpatient Coding Specialist
Location
Tennessee
Posted
7 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
IRF Inpatient Coding Specialist
Lifepoint Health®
• Works remotely to code IRF records using current ICD coding version and within timeframe set by supervisor. • Maintains coding schedule as assigned by the Area Director. • Works closely with the PPS Coordinator/Outcomes Manager in assigning the Impairment Code for all admissions as well as other newly diagnosed conditions. • Serves as back-up for the hospital to transmit IRF PAIs in a timely manner for all Medicare inpatients. • Maintains confidentiality of all patient care information to ensure patient rights are protected. • Participates in continuing education classes and training programs. • Completes annual health, safety and education requirements. Maintains professional growth and development. • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to the patient population served. • Reports to work on time as scheduled; adheres to policies regarding notification of absence. • Attends all mandatory in-services and staff calls. • Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. • Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices. • Works within the mission, vision, ethics and goals of the organization. • Maintains current licensure/certification for position, if applicable. • Consistently demonstrates Guest Relation’s skills to physicians, hospital employees and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact. • Consistently follows organizational and hospital Health, Safety, Security, Hazardous Materials policies and procedures. • HIPAA: Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws, follows organizational policies in provision of patient confidentiality. Able to identify patient confidentiality issues and reports to supervisor. • Compliance: Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with standards set forth in LifePoint’s Code of Conduct, LifePoint policy and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable standards. • Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. • Advanced computer knowledge. • Knowledge of basic office equipment. • Appropriate telephone communication skills
Job Requirements
- Certifications: RHIT, RHIA or coding certification (CCA, CCS) by AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) or coding certification (CPC, CIC) by AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) required.
- Experience: Minimum two years’ current experience in inpatient rehabilitation hospital coding (UB04 and IRF PAI).
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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