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HealthCare Resolution Services, Inc. is seeking a Certified Coder to support our military client on-site at Luke AFB in Glendale, AZ.Successful candidates will possess the following:* A minimum of three (3) years of coding experience * Current certification from AAPC or AHIMA * Prior DoD or military experience considered a plus * Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment Our company offers competitive compensation and benefits packages to include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance; ten (10) paid holidays; paid time off; 401K and more. Hours are M-F 8 hour day shifts. No nights or weekend work. EOE/AA

The main function of the Corporate In-Patient Coding Specialist is to provide both inpatient and some outpatient coding support to Health Information Management departments at the facility level. In-Patient Coders review patient records and assign accurate codes for each diagnosis and procedure using ICD-9-CM and CPT / HCPCS (3M coding software), as well as appropriate coding references. This individual will be required to make independent decisions regarding accurate ICD-9-CM and CPT / HCPCS codes assignments. These decisions will play a key role in determining the reimbursement potential of CHS and adherence to coding compliance regulations and corporate policies developed to ensure accurate billing. Qualifications • High school diploma or GED• Required certifications include at least one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)• Minimum three years ongoing coding and abstracting experience in ICD-9-CM, DRGs, and CPT / HCPCS, including modifiers and APCs required

Kingston Hospital Campus

Responsible for accurate and complete collection of clinical information from medical records. Abstracts data and assigns appropriate ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 codes. Also, confirms DRG assignment. Assists physicians in continuing education relating to DRG assignments. Continually educates self to maintain and improve coding skills.

The main function of the Corporate Outpatient Coding Specialist is to provide outpatient surgery coding support to Health Information Management departments at the facility level. Outpatient Coders review patient records and assign accurate codes for each diagnosis and procedure using ICD-9-CM and CPT / HCPCS (3M coding software), as well as appropriate coding references. He/she will perform centralized coding for CHS hospitals via scanned medical records and abstracts via access to hospital abstracting systems. This individual will be required to make independent decisions regarding accurate ICD-9-CM and CPT / HCPCS codes assignments. These decisions will play a key role in determining the reimbursement potential of CHS and adherance to coding compliance regulations and corporate policies developed to ensure accurate billing. Qualifications Education:High school diploma or GEDCertifications/Licenses:Required certifications include at least one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)Experience:Minimum three years ongoing coding and abstracting experience in ICD-9-CM, DRGs, and CPT / HCPCS, including modifiers and APCs required. Mandatory overtime required as needed

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Position Summary: Performs retrospective deficiency analysis on all outpatient records. Abstracts clinical data from the medical records for statistical and research purposes. Also, assigns the ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 codes as well as designate the appropriate DRG per record under prospective payment guidelines. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospitals philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.Required Education/Training: Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and/or an Accredited Medical Record Program. Preferred experience in coding may substitute for degree. Must possess current DC licensure as a nurse and/or certification for an Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P), or Certified Procedural Coder (CPC)Required Experience: At least two years medical record coding experience in an acute care setting preferred.

This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the departments coding of procedures to ensure correct and compliance processes as well as maximum reimbursement from all carriers. The Coding Manager also supervises the coding department in relation to the following: staffing, distribution of work assignments, dissemination of current coding guidelines and modern technology information, reviews and analyzes reimbursement trends in the community for all departments within TMHPO and provides education for physicians and revenue cycle staff. Responsible for managing, tracking and facilitating policies and procedures to maximize reimbursement while maintaining patient and physician satisfaction and adherence to compliance policies.Experience - External:EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelors degree in a business-related field preferred.Will accept 5 plus years of experience in managing revenue cycle and/or billing operations for a multi-physician clinical practice in lieu of a degree.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSFive years experience with procedural and diagnostic coding, including at least two years of managerial experience. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to work independently. Must be able to travel to client sites.Five years of revenue cycle and reimbursement management experience in a healthcare facility.Five years of exposure and involvement with clinic operations and processes.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDA nationally recognized coding credential (CPC, CCS-P, CCS or CPC-H) is also required. AAPC or AHIMA is a plus. Experience with facility coding is a plus. SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED1. Must have outstanding Excel and computer skills with experience in scheduling and billing applications.2. A thorough understanding of managed care contracting, CPT/ICD-9 coding, third party and governmental payers, billing and compliance regulations, and computerized billing and collection management systems. 3. Excellent communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with physicians, management, peers, staff, and patients. 4. Must be willing and able to: a) empower, delegate and monitor staff performance, b) encourage the development of innovative and effective solutions by staff, and c) facilitate those solutions to flow through the organization. 5. Motivational and team-building skills important.6. Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.7. Demonstrated success at independently problem-solving in a high-stress environment.

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Chandler, Arizona, is one of the fastest growing cities of its size. Chandler is located just a little southeast of Phoenix in a carefully developed community of friendly and diverse neighborhoods and parks, great schools, excellent career opportunities, and convenient shopping.Chandler Regional Medical Center is a 209-bed, acute-care, non-profit facility that has been providing care for the Chandler community since 1961 and has been voted Best Place to Work in the Valley and Best Mid-sized hospital for the past 2 years. At Chandler Regional Medical Center, our employees are the heart and soul of our organization. They are the reason we are able to live out our healing ministry within the communities we serve. Our doctors, nurses and allied health professionals are a regular self-contained support system for each other. This unique working culture is one of the reasons why a career with us is so rewarding. POSITION REQUIREMENTS CATHOLIC HEALTHCARE WEST ARIZONAUnder the supervision of the Coding Supervisor, the Inpatient Coder is responsible for the accurate and timely coding of the inpatients diseases and procedures according to ICD-9-CM and CPT coding systems and government and corporate coding guidelines; abstracts information from the medical record in compliance with state and other regulatory agencies.Minimum of two years acute care inpatient coding experience with proficiency in MSDRG assignment. Ability to interact and communicate with physicians as part of Query process and working with Case Management to actively participate in CDIP (Clinical Documentation Improvement Program).Prefer a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)credential. Previous experience in utilizing the 3M Coding and Classification programs is a plus.

TITLE (REQ ID): CODER - MEDICAL RECORDS (79669) DEPARTMENT: HEALTH INFORMATION MGMT EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FULL TIME SHIFT: DAY HOURS PER PAY PERIOD: 80 SHIFT HOURS: 8HOUR FACILITY: MERCY GILBERT MEDICAL CENTER LOCATION: GILBERT, AZ FACILITY INFORMATION Mercy Gilbert Medical Center opened in June 2006. At present, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center has 206 private rooms with guest accommodations, with the capacity to expand to 400 beds over the next five years. We are extremely proud to announce that we were voted a Best Place to Work in the Valley. We are also very proud to be named one of Americas top ten Healing Hospitals by the Journal of Sacred Work. Our commitment and culture of Radical Loving Care characterized by significant consistency in the delivery of compassionate and competent service to all. For over 100 years the Sisters of Mercy have provided caring healthcare to Arizona communities with a proven commitment to the healing and wellness of body, mind and spirit. In keeping with this fine tradition, they now lend their dedication and compassion to Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, which honors them with its name. Mercy Gilbert Medical Center is a four story, full-service, acute-care hospital spanning 60 acres. An additional 40 acres housing a medical office building, research and lab facilities will complete the campus. With 42 hospitals in Arizona, California and Nevada, CHW is one of the largest healthcare systems in the West. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Under the supervision of the Coding Supervisor, Coder is responsible for the accurate and timely coding of the Inpatient and Outpatient records for diseases and procedures according to ICD-9-CM and CPT coding systems and government and corporate coding guidelines; abstracts information from the medical record in compliance with state and other regulatory agencies. Minimum of two years acute care inpatient coding experience with proficiency in MSDRG assignment and outpatient coding experience. Ability to interact and communicate with physicians as part of Query process and working with Case Management to actively participate in CDIP (Clinical Documentation Improvement Program). Prefer a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)credential. Previous experience in utilizing the 3M Coding and Classification programs is a plus.

Under indirect supervision, responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient, and/or outpatient services diagnoses, procedures and conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record.

DEPARTMENT: Health Information Management - Fremont SCHEDULE: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week, Day shift. Monday through Friday: 8:30am to 5:00pm. EDUCATION: Must have High School Diploma or GED. Completion of classes in Medical Terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD-9-CM and CPT coding conventions and disease process from an Accredited Program is required. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: This position requires certification Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA). JOB SUMMARY: Under indirect supervision, responsible for accurate coding of all inpatient, and/or outpatient services diagnoses, procedures and conditions, working from the appropriate documentation in the medical record. Classification system includes ICD-9-CM, CPT and HCPCS as well as other specialty systems as required by diagnostic category. All work is carried out in the accordance with the rules, regulations and coding conventions of the American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD-9, CMS, OSHPD and Kaiser Coding Guidelines. QUALIFICATIONS: . Must have at least five (5) years of continuous inpatient hospital coding/abstracting experience within the last seven (7) years. . Demonstrated ability to understand the clinical content of a health record including the most complicated records. . Must also be able to communicate with physicians in order to clarify diagnoses/procedures and sequencing of diagnoses. . Must be able to meet quantity and quality standards established for Coder II´s. . Demonstrated ability to utilize principles and techniques of health record/data quality assurance and abstracting. . Ability to manage coding backlogs and maintain policies and procedures related to the case mix index, accounts receivable and accumulation, processing and currency of data. . Basic PC Skills . Must pass Kaiser Coding Test at 75%. . Must maintain a minimum of ten (10) CE units annually. Must maintain current coding credential. . Will abide by the AHIMA coding code of ethics. . Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership. Preferred Qualifications: Background knowledge analysis, assembly, terminal digit filing, and physician´s incomplete processing preferred. Knowledge of professional services billing processes preferred. Physical and Mental Demands: . Ability to sit of long periods of time . Ability to lift, push or pull 11-20 pounds. . Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching. . Ability to withstand the pressure of continual deadlines and receipt of work with variable requirements. . Ability to concentrate and maintain accuracy in spite of the frequent interruptions. . Manual dexterity. SKILLS TESTING: Coder II Test with passing rate of 75%, Medical terminology, Basic PC skills, Excel and Word, 35 WPM DUTIES: . Review medical records to identify diagnoses/procedures. . In concert with HIM Department supervisors and managers, organizes and prioritizes all work to ensure that records are coded in timeframes that will assure compliance with regulatory requirements. . Demonstrates an in-depth expert level knowledge of all procedures concerning the sequencing of diagnoses, procedures as outlined in but not limited to ICD-9-CM, CPT, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set, Medicare guidelines and other appropriate classification systems. . Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy and physiology to interpret general medical classifications for coding discharge data including the most complicated, involved encounters/cases. Other duties: . Answer the telephones promptly and identifies themselves and the department. . Acts as a resource person to other hospital departments regarding coding questions and issues. . Other duties as assigned by supervisors. Assign Codes: . Codes accurately and completely all diagnostic and operative information from the medical record using ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding classification systems. . Accurately selects the DRG for each inpatient case. . Optimizes hospital payment legitimately and ethically, based on approved coding guidelines and conventions and practices which meet complaisance requirements. . Review DRG discrepancies from the fiscal intermediary to ensure the appropriate per case DRG assignment. . Verifies and abstracts all medical data from the record to complete a data abstract on each hospital encounter. Corrects data as appropriate. . Ensure that all data abstracted is consistent with guidelines outlined by JCAHO, OSHPD, and CMS, regional and local policy. Medical Record Peer Review: . On a regular, scheduled basis performs ongoing peer review of select inpatient and outpatient cases to ensure correct reimbursement for all hospital coding compliance. . Participates in quality improvement peer review for coding, abstracting, and DRG/APC assignments performed within the HIM department. . In concert with HIM department supervisors and managers, identifies department performance/quality improvement opportunities. Based on assessed and/or identified needs, conducts training and in-service education for assigned staff and serves as an expert on ICD-9-CM/CPT/HCPCS and DRG/APC assignments, issues and projects. Completion of Medical Records: . Interacts with physicians to clarify and accurately document patient diagnostic and procedural information. . Enter patient information into the computerized inpatient and outpatient medical record databases, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the medical record abstract data prior to transmitting case. . Ensure timely record availability by meeting established coding, abstracting and peer review productivity and quality standards specific to Coder IIIs. . Participates in medical record documentation review to monitor physician compliance with regulatory requirements i.e. Physician Review Project. In concert with appropriate managers, may provide physician review and education based on review findings. Confidentiality/Security of Systems: . Maintains and complies with policies and procedures for confidentiality of all patient records. . Demonstrates knowledge of security of systems by not sharing computer logons. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente´s Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements (if applicable), and Kaiser Permanente´s policies and procedures. PLEASE NOTE: - Kaiser Permanente is an AA/EEO employer-

An opportunity to travel to various cities across the U.S. We are currently conducting a NATIONWIDE recruitment campaign to fulfill our current needs for experienced, project based ICD-9 Coders for HCC / Medicare Risk Adjustment Projects▪ Competitive Hourly Pay Rates ▪ Pre-Paid Travel to various U.S. Metropolitan Cities▪ Travel Time Pay ▪ Trips Back to Your Home Base While Traveling▪ Excellent On-going Support Team▪ Bonus Payment for Referring a Coder to Us (only employees are eligible)▪ SPECIALIZED 2 WEEK ORIENTATION in West Los Angeles + additional 3 weeks training in the Field YOU WILL NOT FIND BETTER TRAINING ANYWHERE!-We arrange all Travel-We arrange your Rental Car-We arrange your Hotel Accommodations-We Pay Per Diem-We Pay your Full Hourly Pay Rate while Training-CEU Credits Earned for Completion of our OrientationTo qualify we require:▪ One of the following AAPC or AHIMA Certifications; CPC, CPC-H, CCS, CCS-P, RHIT or RHIA▪ Minimum 2 yrs. professional coding and medical chart review exp. and the ability to work independently▪ The ability to abstract diagnosis / ICD-9 codes from provider documentation and enter into database▪ Laptop computer skills