Froedtert

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Discover. Achieve. Succeed. #BeHere Location: US:WI:MILWAUKEE at our FROEDTERT HOSPITAL facility. This job is REMOTE. FTE: 0.500000 Standard Hours: 20.00 Shift: Shift 1 Shift Details: Holidays: Weekends: Job Summary: This is a remote, advanced level position functioning under minimal supervision and utilizing independent decision making. This position is responsible for reviewing documentation in the electronic health record and accurately assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT codes and modifiers, in an effort to resolve coding and claim edit errors. These edits include: Medicare's National Coverage Determinations (NCDs) and Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs) and CCI edits. The Fiscal Analyst identifies coding trends to determine coding areas which may need education and focused review and assists Coding Management in developing and presenting education and training materials. This position involves frequent communication and collaboration with care providers, clinical managers, Compliance, PFS, Charge Master Coordinator and the IT department. The candidate will attend scheduled meetings and complete required continuing education. This position requires adaptability and attention to detail, in depth knowledge of coding classification systems (ICD-10-CM and CPT) and applicable computer software. Other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION: One to two years of HIM experience in an acute care environment is required. Experience in an academic facility is preferred. EDUCATION DESCRIPTION: Degree or certificate in AHIMA recognized certified coding program is required. Appropriate education or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis of: Two years of progressively responsible charging/coding experience with exposure to medical necessity LCD"s and NCD's. Associate degree in HIM or equivalent is preferred. LICENSURE DESCRIPTION: Certified RHIA/RHIT, CCS, CCA or CPC is required. Compensation, Benefits & Perks at Froedtert Health Pay is expected to be between: (expressed as hourly) $23.20 - $34.34. Final compensation is based on experience and will be discussed with you by the recruiter during the interview process. Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following: • Paid time off • Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities • Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin • Referral bonuses • Retirement plan - 403b • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics • Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests. Employment Type: OTHER