Coder IV - Professional Cardiology Surgical Services (1.0 D)

Work From HomeWork From Home Work From Home, Indiana 46544 The Coder IV Specialist reviews electronic medical record documentation and applies ICD and CPT codes per Official Coding Guidelines, with a specific focus on professional major surgical services. This position abstracts key data elements necessary for billing and data analysis. WHO WE ARE With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Accurately reviews and codes patient records in the following clinical areas: hospitalist rounds and office visits (with repetitive or non-invasive procedures). Reviews and analyzes the content of the medical record to determine when documentation should be utilized for appropriate assignment of ICD diagnosis codes, CPT repetitive or non-invasive procedure codes, modifiers, hierarchical condition categories, complications, and comorbidities to meet coding guidelines. Evaluates appropriateness of diagnosis and procedure codes and modifiers utilized in response to Outpatient Code Editor and National Correct Coding Initiative edits. Meets defined coding accuracy standards. Meets defined coding productivity standards. Remains current with coding and industry changes through participation in educational opportunities. Abides by the Standards