Clinical Coding Specialist (Part-Time)
Location: Richmond Virginia
Description: Verisk Analytics is looking of Clinical Coding Specialist (Part-Time) right now, this occupation will be placed in Virginia. Detailed specification about this occupation opportunity kindly read the description below. Verisk Health (VH) is an innovative, dynamic technology company providing a comprehensive suite of analytic products and data management services to all segments of ! the health care industry. Our applications provide customers with information and knowledge in the areas of quality assessment and management, risk identification, financial analysis, clinical guidelines adherence, performance measurement, regulatory reporting, outcomes management, provider profiling, predictive modeling, and several other utilities critical in understanding and managing health care quality, costs and risks. Our customers include insurance companies, health plans, third party administrators (TPAs), self-insured employers, disease management organizations, consultants, insurance brokers, hospitals, and provider groups. In addition to providing flexible, state-of-the-art software systems delivered through an application service provider (ASP) model, VH prides itself on its deep clinical focus, with physicians serving in several leadership and management positions within the company.
We are a global business headquartered in Waltham, MA, and have seve! ral office locations in the US and internationally. Verisk Hea! lth is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Verisk Analytics, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSK), a global provider of data, analytics and risk management solutions to companies and professionals in multiple industries. With nearly a billion dollars in annual revenues Verisk Analytics, provides VH with the stability and resources needed to quickly and efficiently capitalize on market opportunities in the dynamic health care industry.
Verisk Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Overview:
Chart review for proper diagnosis coding form various chart types (physician, hospital
outpatient, hospital inpatient). Insure that the highest level of diagnosis code was utilized in each date of service reviewed and documentation of findings in company data storage program.
Responsibilities:
May have occasional interaction with physician offices or insurance carriers to facilitate clarification and/or training on coding results.
May have occasional spec! ial projects that will entail a full coding audit.
Professionally communicates finds, errors, and any suggestions to all staff in order to facilitate on-going communications and efficient department operations.
Completes all responsibilities as outlined on annual Performance Plan.
Completes any special projects and other duties as assigned in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma; CPC, CPC-H, CCA, CCS or CCS-P (Nationally
certified medical coder as certified by either AAPC or AHIMA)
Preferred 5+ years of medical coding experience, including supervisory
experience.
Clinical background preferred, but not required.
Demonstrated high level of quality in clinical coding work.
Adherence to official coding guidelines, coding clinic determinations, CMS and other
regulatory compliance guidelines and mandates.
Expertise in medical coding, particularly diagnosis coding.
Excellent written and verbal skil! ls to include coaching and interpersonal skills.
Strong knowledge o! f medical terminology and anatomy and physiology.
Skills in organization and customer service.
Ability to read and understand medical record documentation.
Good computer and technological skills.
Must be able to work in a fast paced environment.
Analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to manage and meet deadlines.
Requires sitting for long periods of time, some bending, stooping and stretching.
Good manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination is needed for use of computer, keyboard, photocopier, fax, and reference textbooks.
Work is performed in an office setting with some possible travel to physician
offices to gather needed data.
Must remain flexible to provide assistance in any emergent situations and/or
projects.
Must participate in any required training.
Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must abide by all HIPAA and associated patient confidentiality requirements.
and under-coding.
Must maintain dignity and respect for all patients, family members, staff, visitors,
vendors, and office personnel to include diversity awareness.
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If you were eligible to this occupation, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Verisk Analytics.
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This occupation starts available on: Wed, 01 May 2013 22:19:34 GMT