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REGIONAL INPATIENT CODING DOC ANALYST & EDUCATOR

Sparrow Health System

United States, Michigan, Lansing

1200 East Michigan Avenue (Show on map)

Dec 22, 2024

Job Opportunity

Job ID:45874 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:
Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Implement/maintain a coding quality review system for inpatient coders within the Regional Health System to assure appropriateness, accuracy and compliance for ICD-10-CM/PCS code assignments, DRG grouping, Present on Admission (POA) indicators, Severity of Illness (SOI) and Risk of Mortality (ROM) in accordance with CMS guidelines and AHA Official ICD-10 Coding Guidelines. Provide education to all staff within the CDI/Coding unit within Revenue Cycle.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

Develops, implements, and monitors chart review system for inpatient coders.
Performs chart reviews across multiple service lines utilizing appropriate coding references and guidelines.
Designs, implements, and conducts effective training programs to support the Regional inpatient coding team within revenue cycle.
Partners with CDI for documentation needed for quality initiative programs.
Communicates opportunities for improved workflow to information technology and/or EPIC analysts
Identifies and implements coding opportunities to maximize reimbursement.
Maintains standardized compliance with Sparrow compliance policies.
Other projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	* Certification as an RHIT or CCS through the American Health Information Management Association. * RHIA - preferred
Work Experience	* Minimum of 3 years relevant coding experience
Education	* Associate's degree in HIM or relevant healthcare field * Bachelor's degree - preferred
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	* Extensive knowledge of ICD-10 coding principles and guidelines, DRG process, POA, SOI and ROM scoring * Extensive knowledge of federal, state, and payer-specific regulations and policies pertaining to documentation, coding, and billing. * Knowledge of ICD-10 coding and current rules /regulations regarding reimbursement and billing compliance * Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. * Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Internet applications. * Optum and/or 3M encoder experience - preferred

University of Michigan Health Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family
Clinical Professional/Technical/Allied Health
Requirements:

Shift	Days
Degree Type / Education Level	Associate
Status	Full-time
Facility	Sparrow Hospital Executive
Experience Level	Under 4 Years