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About the Role

The Med Records Coder III functions as an advanced coder in the abstraction and in-depth analysis of a variety of medical documentation and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies.

Responsibilities

• Abstracts and analyzes medical documentation to assign appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes (ICD-10, CPT-4, HCPCS, DRG).
• Analyzes, enters, and manipulates databases.
• Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information.
• Reviews codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assigns codes (ICD-10-CM, E/M, CPT, HCPCS and modifiers) through medical record documentation in accordance with universally recognized coding guidelines.
• Reviews and resolves coding denials.
• Resolves problems with claims having errors related to improper coding and provides feedback for correction and follow-up.
• Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy.
• Performs system edit checks and corrects errors.
• Responds to coding information requests from various sources.
• Communicates document improvement opportunities and coding issues to providers, department, and/or designated leader for follow up and resolution.
• Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or incomplete.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 1 year Medical Coder experience required.
• Associate's degree in Health Information Technology or health related field preferred.
• Additional coding experience in area of assignment preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of ICD-10CM, CPT and HCPSC required.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required.

Location

• Remote Work - New York, Albany, New York, United States of America, 12224

Work Type

• Full time
• Remote

Experience Level

• 1 year Medical Coder experience

Education Level

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree in Health Information Technology or health related field preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $21.78 - $30.53 per hour

About the Company

• As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
• The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Equal Opportunity

• The University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.