Clinical Coding Analyst – Remote – Days in Arlington, Texas

Clinical Coding Analyst

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an award-winning company? We’re looking for a qualified Clinical Coding Analyst like you to join our Texas Health family.

Work location: Remote

Work hours: Monday through Friday (full time hours)

HIMS/CCDI Department Highlights:

• 100% remote work

• Flexible hours/scheduling

• Terrific work/life balance

Here’s What you Need

Education

Associate’s Degree Healthcare related REQUIRED or

Bachelor’s Degree Healthcare related preferred or

Bachelor’s Degree Other (i.e., business) 3 years experience in inpatient acute facility coding preferred or

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent 7 years experience in inpatient acute facility coding in lieu of degree

Experience

2 year coding an acute inpatient acute facility coding REQUIRED

1 Year performing coding & documentation audits REQUIRED

Licenses and Certifications

RHIA – Registered Health Information Administrator Upon Hire REQUIRED or

RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire REQUIRED or

CCS – Certified Coding Specialist Upon Hire REQUIRED or

CIC – Certified Inpatient Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED

Skills

Proficient in software applications (Excel, Word, Optum CAC, EPIC). Thorough knowledge of ICD 10-CM, PCS. Expert in coding convention/automated encoder (knowledge management of NCCI/OCE billing edits). Knowledgeable in APC and DRG methodologies and all regulatory/payer requirements associated with coding. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply THR coding policies and procedures to record review process. Demonstrated time management and organizational skills. Demonstrated clear and concise oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated strong decision making and problem-solving skills. Personal initiative to keep abreast of new developments in coding updates/technology/research/regulatory data. Successful completion of ICD 10-AHIMA Academy training and certification (Preferred).

What you will do

· Performs daily audit review of accounts coded by the inpatient coding apprentices, assessing for accuracy of assignment of principal diagnosis, secondary codes and procedures for final Diagnosis Related Group (DRG)/APR-DRG.

· Quality Improvement

· Technology/Use of Data

· Professional Accountability

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Clinical Coding Analyst

· Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

· A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .

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