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outstanding levels of employee engagement. We offer an amazing benefits package
that includes paid time off, health care and a 403(B). Join us! Discover why
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What you will be doing in this role:
Working under the general direction of a coding supervisor, the Hospital
Inpatient Coder is responsible for the assignment of ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS
codes by reviewing all appropriate documentation in accordance with standard
coding guidelines. The Facility Inpatient Coder identifies the principal
diagnosis, comorbidities/complications, present on admission indicators, and
determines sequencing of codes to calculate the most appropriate DRG
representing the patient stay. The role maintains knowledge of both Medicare
Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG) and All Patient Refined Diagnosis
Related Groups (APR-DRG) is required. Additionally, the incumbents maintain
knowledge of appropriate capture of codes for statistical purposes such as
Social Determinants of Health (SDOH), Hierarchical Conditions (HCC), and
severity impacting conditions.
Reviews medical documentation/health information within various electronic
medical/health system(s) and assigns applicable codes (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS)
within productivity and quality standard for area(s) of assignment/specialty
(Facility or Professional).
Abstracts all required data elements for reporting and statistical capture in
a timely and accurate manner into the applicable system using the
applications appropriate to the work assignment. This may include but not
limited to: EPIC (CS-Link), EPIC HB and PB modules, Solventum 360Encompass,
Solventum Standalone Encoder, Select Coder, etc.
Applies basic knowledge of industry requirements of specific category coding
and the impact (SDOH, PSI).
Resolves complex inpatient edits/alerts with consistent accuracy using
current guidelines within area(s) of assignment/specialty
Communicates with Clinical Documentation Integrity Team members regarding
complex clinical scenarios to ensure all relevant codes are assigned
Focuses learning on advanced level concepts
Translates medical records/health information including diagnoses, procedures
and treatment and assigns standardized codes (International Classification of
Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM), International
Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, and Procedure Coding System
(ICD-10-PCS) for patients receiving services within the Cedars Sinai Health
System and its affiliates.
Communicates collaboratively with the Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI)
team to align both clinical and coding approaches to ensure a complete coding
profile. References anatomy, physiology, and clinical practice to support
code assignment and contribute to CDI discussions.
Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests by the health system,
medical staff, and enters all coded/abstracted information into the assigned
system. Identifies opportunities for documentation improvement and seeks
clarity by the physicians.
Approved Remote States: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia,
Minnesota, Nevada, Oregon, Texas
QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
High school diploma or GED required.
A minimum of 3 years’ work experience doing code assignment in a healthcare
setting performing similar coding duties required.
Registered Health Info Tech, Registered Health Info Admin, Certified
Professional Coder, Certified Coding Specialist, or Certified Coding Spec Phys
required upon hire.
Why work here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, paid
vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best, most passionate
employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse
community we serve. They are proof of our commitment to creating a dynamic,
inclusive environment that fuels innovation.