Outpatient Coding Consultant

Overview

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right format.

Our platform is powered by the largest, most diverse health data network in the U.S., enabling data to be secure, accessible and usable to inform better health decisions. Datavant is trusted by the worlds leading life sciences companies, government agencies, and those who deliver and pay for care.

By joining Datavant today, youre stepping onto a high-performing, values-driven team. Together, were rising to the challenge of tackling some of healthcares most complex problems with technology-forward solutions. Datavanters bring a diversity of professional, educational and life experiences to realize our bold vision for healthcare.

What You Will Do

• Review medical records and assign accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures.
• Assign and sequence codes accurately based on medical record documentation.
• Assign the appropriate discharge disposition.
• Abstract and enter the coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements.
• Communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues to appropriate personnel for follow up and resolution.
• Maintain a 95% coding accuracy rate and a 95% accuracy rate for APC assignment and meet site-designated productivity standards.
• Be responsible for tracking continuing education credits to maintain professional credentials.
• Attend Datavant Health sponsored education meetings/in-services.
• Demonstrate initiative and judgment in the performance of job responsibilities.
• Communicate with co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues.
• Function in a professional, efficient, and positive manner.
• Adhere to the American Health Information Management Associations code of ethics.
• Be customer-service focused and exhibit professionalism, flexibility, dependability, and a desire to learn.
• Handle a high complexity of work function and decision-making.
• Possess strong organizational and teamwork skills.
• Be willing and able to travel when necessary if applicable.
• Comply with all HIM Division Policies.

What You Need to Succeed

• Preferred: SDS/OBV Coder. EPIC and 3M360 experience a plus. Observation coding requires I&I experience. SDS includes but not limited to Interventional radiology, transplant surveillance, gynecology, ophthalmology, ortho, ENT, EGD and colonoscopies, urology, pacemaker/AICD, Trauma, plastic surgery.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• AHIMA certified credentials (RHIA, RHIT, CCS) or AAPC certified credentials (CPC, CPC-H, COC, CIC or CRC).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, adeptness in remote work, and exceptional time management skills.
• Experience in computerized encoding and abstracting software.
• Required to take and pass annual Introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned testing to be given annually.
• Proficiency with most or all of these coding specialties (Emergency Department, Same Day Surgery, Ancillary, Observation, Injections/Infusions, E/M leveling).
• Must be able to communicate effectively in the English language.
• 2+ years of coding experience in a hospital and/or coding consulting role.
• Experience in computerized encoding and abstracting software.
• Passing annual Introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned testing to be given annually in accordance with employee review.

What We Offer

• Benefits for Full-Time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k Savings Plan w/match, 2 weeks of paid time off, and Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays.
• Free CEUs every year.
• Stipend provided to assist with education and professional dues (AHIMA/AAPC) If Applicable.
• Equipment: monitor, laptop, mouse, headset, and keyboard.
• Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager.
• Exceptional service-style management and mentorship (were in this together!).

Pay ranges for this job title may differ based on location, responsibilities, skills, experience, and other requirements of the role. The estimated base pay range per hour for this role is: $20 - $35 an hour.

To ensure the safety of patients and staff, many of our clients require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of various vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, COVID-19, etc. Any requests to be exempted from these requirements will be reviewed by Datavant Human Resources and determined on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the state in which you will be working, exemptions may be available on the basis of disability, medical contraindications to the vaccine or any of its components, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, and/or religion.

This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship.

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