Coding Specialist III-Inpatient-Remote

Mount Carmel

Columbus Ohio

United States

Customer Service / Call Center
(No Timezone Provided)

Description:

Why Mount Carmel?

With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. 

What we offer:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
  • Generous paid time off programs
  • Employee recognition incentive program
  • Tuition/professional development reimbursement
  • Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply)
  • Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing

    • Why Columbus?

    The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!

    About the job:

    The Coding Specialist III assigns codes to medical diagnoses and procedures using appropriate coding classifications for assigned inpatient record types.

    What you will Do:

  • Reviews medical records to determine all appropriate diagnostic and procedural code assignments. Validates appropriate DRG assignments.
  • Assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedural codes using appropriate classification systems.
  • Seeks clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to ensure accurate and complete coding.
  • Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities and by reviewing pertinent literature.

    • What we are looking for:

  • High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management Technology or a related field is preferred.
  •  Certification required as RHIT, RHIA or CCS (American Health Information Management Association).
  •  One (1) to three (3) years of related experience.
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, and diagnostic and procedural coding, as normally obtained through a coding certificate program, or degree in Health Information Technology or Health Information Management.

    • Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

    Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

    Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

    Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

    Coding Specialist III-Inpatient-Remote

    Mount Carmel

    Columbus Ohio

    United States

    Customer Service / Call Center

    (No Timezone Provided)

    Description:

    Why Mount Carmel?

    With five hospitals, over 60 free-standing outpatient clinics, a college of nursing, a Medicare Advantage plan, and extensive outreach and community wellness programs, Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years. As a proud member of Trinity Health, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare delivery systems, our network of caring spans 22 states, 94 hospitals, and 133,000 colleagues nationwide.

    We know that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our colleagues, so we invest in great people and all that we ask in return is that you come to work ready to make a difference and do the right thing. 

    What we offer:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one
  • Generous paid time off programs
  • Employee recognition incentive program
  • Tuition/professional development reimbursement
  • Relocation assistance (geographic restrictions apply)
  • Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing

    • Why Columbus?

    The nation's 14th largest city, Columbus, Ohio is one of the fastest growing major metropolitan areas in the Midwest – ranked #1 for population growth, #1 for job growth, #1 for wage growth, and #1 real estate market. And with a vibrant blend of professional sports, world-class attractions, creative cuisines, and a flourishing music and arts scene, you'll never be found wanting for entertainment and experiences to call your own in Columbus. Learn more at www.experiencecolumbus.com!

    About the job:

    The Coding Specialist III assigns codes to medical diagnoses and procedures using appropriate coding classifications for assigned inpatient record types.

    What you will Do:

  • Reviews medical records to determine all appropriate diagnostic and procedural code assignments. Validates appropriate DRG assignments.
  • Assigns and sequences diagnostic and procedural codes using appropriate classification systems.
  • Seeks clarification from healthcare providers or other designated resources to ensure accurate and complete coding.
  • Enhances coding knowledge and skills with continuing education activities and by reviewing pertinent literature.

    • What we are looking for:

  • High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management Technology or a related field is preferred.
  •  Certification required as RHIT, RHIA or CCS (American Health Information Management Association).
  •  One (1) to three (3) years of related experience.
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, disease processes, and diagnostic and procedural coding, as normally obtained through a coding certificate program, or degree in Health Information Technology or Health Information Management.

    • Mount Carmel and all its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, physical disability or any other classification protected under local, state or federal law.

    Trinity Health's Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

    Trinity Health employs about 133,000 colleagues at dozens of hospitals and hundreds of health centers in 22 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

    Trinity Health's dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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