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Certified Home Health Coder

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Health Information Alliance. is seeking Part Time/PRN, Remote Certified Home Health Coder.

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision, the Home Health 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.

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

 

Qualifications:

 

  • Certification in Home Health Coding required
  • Proficient knowledge of Oasis, preferred.
  • Working knowledge of CMS Condition of Participation in Home Health Services is required.
  • Working knowledge of federal and state home health 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 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, college diploma preferred.
  • Completion of coding specific coursework required

 

Certifications:

 

  • Certified in Home Health coding, required. CCA or CCS, or CPC, required. AHIMA, preferred.
  • Medical Coding: 5 years
  • ICD-10: 2 years

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