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The University of Texas Medical Branch · 18 hours ago

DRG Coder - RCO Coding

positionGalveston, TX
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level

The University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a DRG Coder to provide the advanced skills necessary for proper coding of all pertinent diagnoses and procedures. The role involves reviewing medical records, assigning appropriate codes, and ensuring compliance with coding regulations.

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Responsibilities

Selects low bill (>$150k) short stay records from EPIC WQ according to priority
Reviews all federally insured and other patient discharge encounters for accurate coding and sequencing of diagnoses and procedures
Correctly assigns ICD-10 -CM diagnoses and I C D - 1 0 - P C S procedure codes and enters appropriate codes into EPIC Encoder
Identifies responsible staff and resident physicians for each procedure coded
Always protects confidentiality of patient information
Participates in section meeting and office in-services
Attends and participates in coding education sessions
Keeps coding knowledge and skills current through attending continuing education activities and reviewing pertinent literature
Obtains required CEU’s for certification and completes any required education
Works coding related charge reviews/claim edits daily to ensure timely and accurate billing within filing deadlines
Responsible for productivity and quality standards to adhere with coding compliance and federal regulations
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure
Performs related duties as required

Qualification

CCS certificationRHIA certificationRHIT certificationIP DRG/PCS codingCoding guidelines knowledgeAnatomyPhysiology knowledgeMedical terminology knowledgeMedical abbreviations knowledgeCommunication skills

Required

One of the following: CCS – Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA) or RHIA – Registered Health Information Administrator (AHIMA) or RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician (AHIMA)

Preferred

Experience with communicating, training, and educating providers in proficiency
Knowledge of coding guidelines, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, medical terminology, and medical abbreviations
Basic knowledge of IP DRG/PCS coding

Company

The University of Texas Medical Branch

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The University of Texas Medical Branch is a component of the University of Texas System located in Galveston, Texas
dateFounded in 1891
location
Galveston, Texas, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.utmb.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$35M
Key Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2024-09-13Grant
2019-04-09Grant· $35M

Leadership Team

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Donna Sollenberger
EVP and CEO, Health System
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