Certified Coder

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Job Summary The Certified Coder is accountable for conversion of diagnoses and

treatment procedure into codes using an international classification of

diseases. Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/procedures to

optimize reimbursement. Ensures that records are coded in an accurate

and timely manner.

**Standards of Behavior**

William Newton Hospitals Standards of Behavior allow a mechanism for

holding each employee accountable and encourages us to "raise the

bar".

All employees are expected to familiarize themselves with the Standards

and practice them daily.

**i - Integrity**

We act with unwavering moral principle,

transparency, and sincerity in every

interaction.

**P - Patient-Centered**

We meet patients where they are, ensuring

the are active participants in their care

journey. We prioritize the patient's physical

and emotional well-being over all else.

**A - Accountability**

We own our actions. We set clear

expectations and hold all team members to

the same high standards.

**C - Compassion**

We treat every patient, family member, and

colleague with kindness, empathy, and

dignity.

**E - Excellence**

We approach every task, large or small, with

enthusiasm. We continually pursue mastery

and best practices in our field.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Reviews chart thoroughly to ascertain all diagnoses/procedures.
• Contacts responsible physician in a professional, tactful manner, if

diagnosis is not available on chart or clarification of

documentation is needed.

• Ensures diagnoses and procedures on coding summary are supported by

the physicians documentation.

• Ensures that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced

appropriately as per coding guidelines and government regulations.

• Refers chart to Director/Coding Supervisor, if there is a question

regarding the diagnoses/codes.

• Utilizes computerized coding/abstracting equipment.
• Codes all diagnoses/procedures in accordance to ICD 10-CM/PCS coding

principles, guidelines, and government regulations.

• Meets quality standards of having 95% accuracy of principal

diagnoses and procedures appropriately and/or correctly coded.

• Ensures data quality and optimum reimbursement allowable under the

federal and state payment systems.

• Acts as a resource person to Hospital staff for coding and HIM

issues.

• Must be familiar with all charting and coding requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge of computer system.
• Willingly accepts additional assignments.

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• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Completes annual educational requirements.
• Maintains regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and

CMS regulations.

• Maintains Hospital HIPAA requirements, policies and standards on

patient confidentiality at all times.

• Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties.
• Attends Hospital and Department in-services as scheduled.
• Attends HIM Department staff meetings as scheduled.
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working

relationship with physicians, departments and staff.

• Actively participates in the departments CQI activities.
• Communicates the mission, vision, core values of the Hospital.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures regarding department

operations.

• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business

practices.

• Other duties as assigned

Regulatory Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Certified in medical Coding (CPC)
• Previous hospital experience as a Coder strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of diagnosis/procedure coding in accordance with ICD-10-CM

coding guidelines required.

Working Conditions Work is conducted in an office setting requiring extended periods of

time in a seated or standing position. Reasonable accommodations may be

made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the

Essential Functions Of The Position Without Compromising Patient Care. Employee may be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, exposed

to hazardous cleaning agents, body fluids and waste, minimal exposure to

an unpleasant patient or unit elements. Employee may be required to

exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of

force frequently. These are baseline requirements for adequate

performance of this job. Employees may be required to exceed these

levels. Job duties are based on an average 8-hour sh

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