Indiana Regional Medical Center ยท 1 month ago
Coder IPG - Full Time
Indiana, PA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelIndiana Regional Medical Center is seeking a Coder IPG to join their team. The role involves verifying documentation, applying appropriate ICD-10 and CPT codes, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Verify all documentation
Apply appropriate ICD-10 diagnosis codes and appropriate CPT codes
Enter any applicable charges to appropriate provider and place of service
Recognize the importance of appropriate use of ICD-10 and CPT codes for medical necessity
Understand the difference of each place of service and utilize the correct CPT that corresponds with it
Utilize all available resources
Answer any calls you may get in a courteous and pleasant manner, identifying yourself and the organization. Help caller with any questions or concerns they may have
Remain current regarding federal, state, hospital, interdepartmental and third-party carriers including managed care, HCFA rules and regulations. Adheres to current guidelines
Maintain the dignity of the patient and keep confidential all patient, office and hospital information
Work cooperatively with the office staff and other members of the health care team and ancillary hospital departments
Contribute and facilitate others in team efforts to continuously improve department functions
Make appropriate suggestions dealing with any area of the department and follow up on outcomes
Organize and execute work assignments with little or no direct supervision
Communicate information (written, verbal, electronic) that is timely, clear, and to the appropriate individuals. Communication results in smooth operation of the department
Demonstrate willingness to assist with orientation and development of new employees
Attend appropriate in-service/in-house programs and outside seminars as requested
Qualification
Required
Must be a high school graduate or equivalent
Must have a CPC certification through AAPC or HIMA
Must pass IHPS's coding ICD-10/CPT exam
Knowledge of modern operational method germane to a billing office
Knowledge of clerical equipment, operations and processes
Knowledge of healthcare insurance regulations, policies and procedures
Must have basic understanding of medical terms, human anatomy, pharmacology, physiology, abbreviations and ICD-10 and CPT books
Usage of computer systems and various medical forms
Ability to make a great first impression and sustain it
Ability to answer multiline telephones
Ability to operate a 10-key adding machine by touch
Ability to operate or learn to operate automated systems, personal computers and fax machines
Ability to employ tact, diplomacy and compassion with all types of people
Ability to communicate well irrespective of the medium
Exhibit strong interpersonal skills
Ability to follow set outlines and be alert to variations and make decisions accordingly
Must maintain organized and accurate records
Company
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana Regional Medical Center, 194-bed not-for profit community hospital, has been serving Indiana County and surrounding communities since 1914.
Founded in 1914
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Michael Ickowski, CPA, MBA
CFO - Pennsylvania Mountain Care Network
Brett Braun
Chief Operating Officer
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