Home Health/Hospice Coder - Westminster Canterbury : Job Details

Under the direct supervision, the Home Health and Hospice Coder is responsible for coding using ICD-10 all diagnoses and applicable procedures of outpatient service visits. The position is also responsible for reviewing OASIS, abstracting visit data for billing and data collection purposes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Codes records using ICD-10-CM and coding guidelines.

* Reviews OASIS.

* Observes and reports unusual patterns in data collection and/or lack of adequate documentation for code assignments.

* Review documentation and provide ICD-10 coding recommendations based on current coding and Oasis guidelines.

* Performs other related duties as requested by the Home Health/Hospice Supervision

* Must be self-motivated, responsive, and committed to communicate with the management/supervisor closely via high tech communication modules.

* All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

* Certification in Home Health Coding required (HCS-D) Home Health (HCS-H) Hospice

* At least one-year experience coding for Home Health with ICD-10

* Proficient knowledge of Oasis, preferred. (HCS-O)

* Working knowledge of CMS Condition of Participation in Home Health Services is required.

* Working knowledge of federal and state home health and hospice licensure regulations are required.

* Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, compliance and reimbursement guidelines are required.

* Sound computer skill and adaptive to home health and hospice documentation software is a must.

* Detail oriented with critical thinking and strong analytical skills are required.

* Ability to demonstrate flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume and work schedule are required.

* Excellent interpersonal relation skills including active listening, conflict resolution, and team building are required.

* Minimum of two years' previous experience with ICD-10 and/or ICD-9 coding with verified employment/experience are required.

Education:

* High school diploma, required

* Completion of coding specific coursework required

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General Requirements: The ideal candidate must possess the following characteristics:

* Commitment and reliability

* Superb communication and responsiveness

Computer literacy

* Must be comfortable with, but not limited to: Excel, web-browsers, email, electronic health records (non-specific)

* Must be familiar with various technologies

* Self-maintenance of skill set

* Maintaining credentials

* Staying current with abstraction/coding rules, manuals, and guidelines

* Prior experience in position applying for

* Motivation; remote work can be team-based, but requires the ability to work independently

* Strong interpersonal skills and tactfulness to be able to effectively communicate with team members and client contacts

WORKING CONDITIONS

* Must be able to function adequately on a computer

* Proficient in Microsoft Office

* Adheres to the Westminster-Canterbury Code of Ethical Behavior.

* Up to 8 hours a day sitting

* Must be able to use phone, fax, webinar applications.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

* Reports to the Health Information Manager for Senior Options.

* To resign this position in good standing, the incumbent is expected to provide a notice of at least 4 weeks.

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