30 Him Coding jobs in the United States

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$137,550.40/yr - $29,257.60/yr

The Director of Health Information Management (HIM), Coding, and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) will lead and oversee the efficient management of health information systems, coding practices, and clinical documentation efforts. The Director will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of clinical data, driving initiatives to improve documentation and coding operations, quality and compliance activities. This role will collaborate across departments to enhance data quality, optimize reimbursement, and ensure compliance with CMS conditions of participation for the medical record and the Joint Commission Record of Care.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree Or Equivalent Experience In Related Field. (Required)

Master's Degree MBA or MHA (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience

7 years Related and progressive experience including professional and technical coding, information privacy, Health Information Management, and clinical documentation integrity (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge

6 years Progressively responsible supervisory/management experience (Required)

Demonstrate effective managerial and administrative leadership of coding operations, health information, and collaborative working with Clinical Documentation Integrity programs.

Interprets impact of broad scope organizational change for staff and develops change strategies for successful implementation.

Develops and manages operational initiatives with measurable outcomes.

Broad understanding of all areas of the revenue cycle; including but not limited to patient financial services, health information management (HIM), revenue integrity (RI), and reimbursement services.

Experience in financial and programmatic presentations.

Responsible for a diverse, growing department requiring skills in data-driven decision-making, project and portfolio management, system redesign, process improvement/lean management, and customer relationship management.

Required Licenses And Certifications

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) (Required)

Certified Coding Associate (CCA) CCS or CCA (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) (Preferred)

Resource Manager

• Directs and provides guidance to managers to effectively allocate resources based on patient volume, space availability, budget constraints, and program priorities, goals, and objectives.
• Monitors and analyzes financial data and utilizes decisions regarding FTEs, staffing, and operational budget.
• Provide regular reports on coding accuracy, CDI performance, and audit results to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Identifies lack of competency in performance and establishes a plan which includes goals, interventions, and measures.
• Maintains membership in professional organization(s) to develop knowledge and resources through networking, continuing education, and participation in national, regional, and/or local activities.
• Systematically measure vendor performance and meet with them regularly to ensure vendors have appropriate processes in place to maximize net revenue, health information processing, and coding accuracy.
  
  

• Collaborate with clinical stakeholders to develop an organization-level roadmap of process and technology improvements to reduce provider burden and maximize patient experience while increasing efficiency.
• Educate clinical teams on the importance of accurate documentation in improving patient care, hospital reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee and perform regular reviews of clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Monitor and analyze CDI metrics, including physician query rates, documentation accuracy, and the impact on reimbursement.
  
  

• Directly responsible for oversight and successful operations of revenue cycle function by ensuring accuracy and timeliness inpatient and outpatient facility and all professional coding operations.
• Direct and ensure appropriate MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC, and ICD-10 and CPT code, and modifier assignment for services provided to maintain an accurate reflection of services provided (e.g., case mix, severity of illness, mortality assessment, and hierarchical condition categories).
• Monitor work queues and reports for outstanding and/or uncoded encounters to reduce accounts receivable and pre-A/R days.
• In partnership with appropriate stakeholders, develop and implement standardized, organization-wide coding guidelines and documentation requirements and develop and implement training and educational programs for physicians and coders.
• Direct quality initiatives and compliance activities related to coding.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans for any deficiencies or areas of non-compliance discovered during audits.
  
  

• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, CMS guidelines, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with IT teams to optimize electronic health record (EHR) systems and data security.
• Participate in the development of health information management policies and procedures related, but not limited to, release of information, confidentiality, information security, information storage and retrieval, and record retention.
• Review claim denials and rejections pertaining to coding and medical necessity issues and, when necessary, implement process, such as educational programs, or revamp current processes to prevent similar denials and rejections from recurring.
• Work collaboratively with Medical Staff to comply with standards and guidelines through the Medical Staff Bylaws/Rules and Regulations (e.g., suspension of privileges) and is responsible for facilitation and execution of physician notification processes regarding medical record documentation deficiency and delinquency.
• Develops and directs health information/medical record format and content standards to assure complete, accurate, timely and compliant health information.
  
  

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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Job Description - Director HIM, Coding & CDI (250001I4)

Job Description

Director HIM, Coding & CDI - ( 250001I4 )

Description

Description The Director of Health Information Management (HIM), Coding, and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) will lead and oversee the efficient management of health information systems, coding practices, and clinical documentation efforts. The Director will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of clinical data, driving initiatives to improve documentation and coding operations, quality and compliance activities. This role will collaborate across departments to enhance data quality, optimize reimbursement, and ensure compliance with CMS conditions of participation for the medical record and the Joint Commission Record of Care.

Qualifications

Qualifications Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in related field. (Required)
Master's Degree MBA or MHA (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience
7 years Related and progressive experience including professional and technical coding, information privacy, Health Information Management, and clinical documentation integrity (Required)
6 years Progressively responsible supervisory/management experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Demonstrate effective managerial and administrative leadership of coding operations, health information, and collaborative working with Clinical Documentation Integrity programs.
Interprets impact of broad scope organizational change for staff and develops change strategies for successful implementation.
Develops and manages operational initiatives with measurable outcomes.
Broad understanding of all areas of the revenue cycle; including but not limited to patient financial services, health information management (HIM), revenue integrity (RI), and reimbursement services.
Experience in financial and programmatic presentations.
Responsible for a diverse, growing department requiring skills in data-driven decision-making, project and portfolio management, system redesign, process improvement/lean management, and customer relationship management.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) (Required)
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) CCS or CCA (Required)
Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) (Preferred)

Functional Accountabilities
Resource Manager

• Directs and provides guidance to managers to effectively allocate resources based on patient volume, space availability, budget constraints, and program priorities, goals, and objectives.

• Monitors and analyzes financial data and utilizes decisions regarding FTEs, staffing, and operational budget.

• Provide regular reports on coding accuracy, CDI performance, and audit results to leadership and key stakeholders.

• Identifies lack of competency in performance and establishes a plan which includes goals, interventions, and measures.

• Maintains membership in professional organization(s) to develop knowledge and resources through networking, continuing education, and participation in national, regional, and/or local activities.

• Systematically measure vendor performance and meet with them regularly to ensure vendors have appropriate processes in place to maximize net revenue, health information processing, and coding accuracy.

• Collaborate with clinical stakeholders to develop an organization-level roadmap of process and technology improvements to reduce provider burden and maximize patient experience while increasing efficiency.

• Educate clinical teams on the importance of accurate documentation in improving patient care, hospital reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee and perform regular reviews of clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with coding and billing regulations.

• Monitor and analyze CDI metrics, including physician query rates, documentation accuracy, and the impact on reimbursement.

• Directly responsible for oversight and successful operations of revenue cycle function by ensuring accuracy and timeliness inpatient and outpatient facility and all professional coding operations.

• Direct and ensure appropriate MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC, and ICD-10 and CPT code, and modifier assignment for services provided to maintain an accurate reflection of services provided (e.g., case mix, severity of illness, mortality assessment, and hierarchical condition categories).

• Monitor work queues and reports for outstanding and/or uncoded encounters to reduce accounts receivable and pre-A/R days.

• In partnership with appropriate stakeholders, develop and implement standardized, organization-wide coding guidelines and documentation requirements and develop and implement training and educational programs for physicians and coders.

• Direct quality initiatives and compliance activities related to coding.

• Develop and implement corrective action plans for any deficiencies or areas of non-compliance discovered during audits.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, CMS guidelines, and industry standards.

• Collaborate with IT teams to optimize electronic health record (EHR) systems and data security.

• Participate in the development of health information management policies and procedures related, but not limited to, release of information, confidentiality, information security, information storage and retrieval, and record retention.

• Review claim denials and rejections pertaining to coding and medical necessity issues and, when necessary, implement process, such as educational programs, or revamp current processes to prevent similar denials and rejections from recurring.

• Work collaboratively with Medical Staff to comply with standards and guidelines through the Medical Staff Bylaws/Rules and Regulations (e.g., suspension of privileges) and is responsible for facilitation and execution of physician notification processes regarding medical record documentation deficiency and delinquency.

• Develops and directs health information/medical record format and content standards to assure complete, accurate, timely and compliant health information.

Primary Location : District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations : CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010

Job : Management

Organization : Finance

Position Status : R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time

Shift : Day

Work Schedule : 8-5pm

Full-Time Salary Range : 137550.4 - 229257.6

Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The Know Your Rights poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here:Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.

Please note that it is the policy of Children's National Hospital to ensure a drug-free work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances, by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Though recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children's National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug-free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.

The Director of Health Information Management (HIM), Coding, and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) will lead and oversee the efficient management of health information systems, coding practices, and clinical documentation efforts. The Director will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of clinical data, driving initiatives to improve documentation and coding operations, quality and compliance activities. This role will collaborate across departments to enhance data quality, optimize reimbursement, and ensure compliance with CMS conditions of participation for the medical record and the Joint Commission Record of Care. Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in related field. (Required)
Master's Degree MBA or MHA (Preferred)

Minimum Work Experience
7 years Related and progressive experience including professional and technical coding, information privacy, Health Information Management, and clinical documentation integrity (Required)
6 years Progressively responsible supervisory/management experience (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Demonstrate effective managerial and administrative leadership of coding operations, health information, and collaborative working with Clinical Documentation Integrity programs.
Interprets impact of broad scope organizational change for staff and develops change strategies for successful implementation.
Develops and manages operational initiatives with measurable outcomes.
Broad understanding of all areas of the revenue cycle; including but not limited to patient financial services, health information management (HIM), revenue integrity (RI), and reimbursement services.
Experience in financial and programmatic presentations.
Responsible for a diverse, growing department requiring skills in data-driven decision-making, project and portfolio management, system redesign, process improvement/lean management, and customer relationship management.

Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) (Required)
Certified Coding Associate (CCA) CCS or CCA (Required)
Certified Clinical Documentation Specialist (CCDS) (Preferred)

Functional Accountabilities
Resource Manager

• Directs and provides guidance to managers to effectively allocate resources based on patient volume, space availability, budget constraints, and program priorities, goals, and objectives.

• Monitors and analyzes financial data and utilizes decisions regarding FTEs, staffing, and operational budget.

• Provide regular reports on coding accuracy, CDI performance, and audit results to leadership and key stakeholders.

• Identifies lack of competency in performance and establishes a plan which includes goals, interventions, and measures.

• Maintains membership in professional organization(s) to develop knowledge and resources through networking, continuing education, and participation in national, regional, and/or local activities.

• Systematically measure vendor performance and meet with them regularly to ensure vendors have appropriate processes in place to maximize net revenue, health information processing, and coding accuracy.

• Collaborate with clinical stakeholders to develop an organization-level roadmap of process and technology improvements to reduce provider burden and maximize patient experience while increasing efficiency.

• Educate clinical teams on the importance of accurate documentation in improving patient care, hospital reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.

• Oversee and perform regular reviews of clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with coding and billing regulations.

• Monitor and analyze CDI metrics, including physician query rates, documentation accuracy, and the impact on reimbursement.

• Directly responsible for oversight and successful operations of revenue cycle function by ensuring accuracy and timeliness inpatient and outpatient facility and all professional coding operations.

• Direct and ensure appropriate MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC, and ICD-10 and CPT code, and modifier assignment for services provided to maintain an accurate reflection of services provided (e.g., case mix, severity of illness, mortality assessment, and hierarchical condition categories).

• Monitor work queues and reports for outstanding and/or uncoded encounters to reduce accounts receivable and pre-A/R days.

• In partnership with appropriate stakeholders, develop and implement standardized, organization-wide coding guidelines and documentation requirements and develop and implement training and educational programs for physicians and coders.

• Direct quality initiatives and compliance activities related to coding.

• Develop and implement corrective action plans for any deficiencies or areas of non-compliance discovered during audits.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant healthcare regulations, including HIPAA, HITECH, CMS guidelines, and industry standards.

• Collaborate with IT teams to optimize electronic health record (EHR) systems and data security.

• Participate in the development of health information management policies and procedures related, but not limited to, release of information, confidentiality, information security, information storage and retrieval, and record retention.

• Review claim denials and rejections pertaining to coding and medical necessity issues and, when necessary, implement process, such as educational programs, or revamp current processes to prevent similar denials and rejections from recurring.

• Work collaboratively with Medical Staff to comply with standards and guidelines through the Medical Staff Bylaws/Rules and Regulations (e.g., suspension of privileges) and is responsible for facilitation and execution of physician notification processes regarding medical record documentation deficiency and delinquency.

• Develops and directs health information/medical record format and content standards to assure complete, accurate, timely and compliant health information.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education:
-Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR

-Must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program.

Experience:

-Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

-May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure:

- Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's "active" status.

- Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer .

- Mush have one of the below certifications through the American Health Information Management Association:

- Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)

- Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA)

- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

- Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P)

Required Tests for Placement

- Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test.

Skills or Special Abilities

- Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

- Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures.

- Must possess strong knowledge and practice of specific laws and regulations related to coding and billing imposed on healthcare systems by various agencies.

- Must possess a strong knowledge of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Coding Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic and AMA CPT Assistant.

- Must be able to proactively prioritize educational activities and provide coding training services to new coding staff, clinical documenters and external customers.

- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with Parkland staff and other staff as needed.

- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of personal computers to include encoder, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, and other software as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists.

2. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally.

3. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff to include medical staff, nursing, coders and others as needed to ensure Parkland is in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

4. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications.

5. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies.

6. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff for new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices.

7. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

#LI-SS2

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education:
-Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR

-Must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program.

Experience:

-Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

-May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure:

- Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's "active" status.

- Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer .

- Mush have one of the below certifications through the American Health Information Management Association:

- Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)

- Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA)

- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

- Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P)

Required Tests for Placement

- Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test.

Skills or Special Abilities

- Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

- Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures.

- Must possess strong knowledge and practice of specific laws and regulations related to coding and billing imposed on healthcare systems by various agencies.

- Must possess a strong knowledge of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Coding Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic and AMA CPT Assistant.

- Must be able to proactively prioritize educational activities and provide coding training services to new coding staff, clinical documenters and external customers.

- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with Parkland staff and other staff as needed.

- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of personal computers to include encoder, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, and other software as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists.

2. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally.

3. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff to include medical staff, nursing, coders and others as needed to ensure Parkland is in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

4. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications.

5. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies.

6. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff for new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices.

7. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

#LI-SS2

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education:
-Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR

-Must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program.

Experience:

-Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

-May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure:

- Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's "active" status.

- Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer .

- Mush have one of the below certifications through the American Health Information Management Association:

- Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)

- Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA)

- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

- Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P)

Required Tests for Placement

- Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test.

Skills or Special Abilities

- Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

- Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures.

- Must possess strong knowledge and practice of specific laws and regulations related to coding and billing imposed on healthcare systems by various agencies.

- Must possess a strong knowledge of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Coding Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic and AMA CPT Assistant.

- Must be able to proactively prioritize educational activities and provide coding training services to new coding staff, clinical documenters and external customers.

- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with Parkland staff and other staff as needed.

- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of personal computers to include encoder, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, and other software as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists.

2. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally.

3. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff to include medical staff, nursing, coders and others as needed to ensure Parkland is in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

4. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications.

5. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies.

6. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff for new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices.

7. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

#LI-SS2

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education:
-Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR

-Must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program.

Experience:

-Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

-May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure:

- Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's "active" status.

- Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer .

- Mush have one of the below certifications through the American Health Information Management Association:

- Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)

- Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA)

- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

- Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P)

Required Tests for Placement

- Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test.

Skills or Special Abilities

- Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

- Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures.

- Must possess strong knowledge and practice of specific laws and regulations related to coding and billing imposed on healthcare systems by various agencies.

- Must possess a strong knowledge of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Coding Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic and AMA CPT Assistant.

- Must be able to proactively prioritize educational activities and provide coding training services to new coding staff, clinical documenters and external customers.

- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with Parkland staff and other staff as needed.

- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of personal computers to include encoder, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, and other software as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists.

2. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally.

3. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff to include medical staff, nursing, coders and others as needed to ensure Parkland is in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

4. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications.

5. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies.

6. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff for new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices.

7. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

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PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for the education of staff and physicians in the CDI Program processes. Serves as the HIM and clinical documentation subject matter expert, ensuring accurate representation of the severity of illness in the medical record and compliance with all regulatory requirements, coding ethics and revenue cycle requirements.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education:
-Must have successfully completed an approved coding program OR

-Must be a graduate of a Health Information Management program.

Experience:

-Must have five years of coding experience in an acute care hospital.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

-May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure:

- Because of the lag in SCCE, HCCA, NCRA, and AHIMA updating the status of certifications, current employees whose certification is granted through one of these associations are allowed up to seven (7) calendar days, after expiration, to provide proof of renewal. Although an additional seven (7) calendar days is allowed to provide proof of renewal, there cannot be a lapse in the certification's "active" status.

- Must have or obtain within six (6) months of hire into role an AHIMA Approved ICD 10 Trainer .

- Mush have one of the below certifications through the American Health Information Management Association:

- Registered Health Information Management Technician (RHIT)

- Registered Health Information Management Administrator (RHIA)

- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

- Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P)

Required Tests for Placement

- Must score a minimum of 85% on a pre-employment coding test.

Skills or Special Abilities

- Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, oral and written communication skills.

- Must be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS coding procedures.

- Must possess strong knowledge and practice of specific laws and regulations related to coding and billing imposed on healthcare systems by various agencies.

- Must possess a strong knowledge of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS Official Coding Guidelines, AHA Coding Clinic and AMA CPT Assistant.

- Must be able to proactively prioritize educational activities and provide coding training services to new coding staff, clinical documenters and external customers.

- Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with Parkland staff and other staff as needed.

- Must be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of personal computers to include encoder, word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, and other software as needed.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for facilitating a collaborative approach between the HIM coding team and Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) specialists.

2. Develops and implements a system-wide coding training program to promote the development of coders internally.

3. Provides coding and medical record documentation guidance and in-service education presentations and training sessions for Parkland staff to include medical staff, nursing, coders and others as needed to ensure Parkland is in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

4. Performs chart reviews for accuracy and compliance when there is a discrepancy in the CDI and the coder DRG assignment. Reviews data and provides regular feedback to the coding staff, physicians and CDI specialists. Communicates with physicians as needed to resolve coding and/or documentation clarifications.

5. Facilitates application of ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM/PCS coding guidelines, AHIMA coding ethics, and CDI documentation strategies.

6. Collaborates with Compliance for system-wide education for the medical staff for new and current coding guidelines and documentation practices.

7. Brings forward recommendations for documentation improvement in preparation for ICD-10-CM/PCS implementation.

Job Accountabilities

1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

#LI-SS2

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.