CDIS I
Company: Standard Technology
Location: Portsmouth
Posted on: June 19, 2022
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Job Description:
Medical Coding Modernization Specialist (CDIS) This position
will support coding operations and compliance as part of the
Medical Modernization Program. The CDIS will conduct internal
audits; monitor coding practices and documentation deficiencies to
identify, develop, deliver training and monitor effectiveness of
efforts to ensure improvement to documentation, coding completion,
timeliness and accuracy rates for the MTF. Mandatory Knowledge and
Skills. · Knowledge of The International Classification of
Diseases, Tenth Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-CM),
procedural coding, healthcare common procedure coding system
(HCPCS)/current procedural terminology (CPT) nomenclature, medical
and procedural terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology,
and disease processes to perform the duties described. Knowledge of
reimbursement systems, including Prospective Payment System (PPS)
and Diagnostic Related Groupings (DRGs); Ambulatory Payment
Classifications (APCs); and, Resource Based Relative Value Scale
(RBRVS). · Knowledge of and the ability to interpret guidelines,
rules and regulations developed by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid
Services (CMS), American Medical Association (AMA), American Heart
Association (AHA) and other applicable Federal requirements so as
to provide timely and accurate information relating to coding,
billing and documentation. · Excellent oral and written
communication skills, interpersonal skills along with the
confidence to present complex medical coding issues and educational
instruction to a diverse audience. Must be comfortable in front of
high ranking, professional staff and coding peers to training and
respond to questions. · Ability to write reports, business
correspondence, and procedure manuals. · Organizational,
analytical, time management, statistical, and problem solving
skills. · Advanced knowledge of computers, keyboard skills, and
various software programs including Microsoft (word processing,
spreadsheet and database) as well as coding software programs. Job
Requirements Education/Certification: A Registered Health
Information Technician (RHIT) or equivalent certification is
required. Other coding certifications may be considered. CDIS will
maintain the required continuing education hours and credentials as
required by their national association certification. Successful
completion of academic requirements, at least at an associate's
degree level from a health information management program is
required. Candidates will require a minimum of 10 years of medical
coding experience in production coding environments within the past
10 years, in more than 4 medical and surgical specialties,
involving assignment of ICD, E&M, CPT, and HCPCS codes. Coding,
auditing and training for ancillary services such as physical,
occupational therapy, speech, and nutritional medicine as well as
home health, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation care and
urgent care clinics are not qualifying. AND A minimum of four years
of auditing, training, and/or compliance functions within the last
eight years is required in at least 4 medical and surgical
specialties as stated above. BUT Preferred Education and Experience
: The education and experienced requirements outlined above are
required; however, the following are preferred: A Baccalaureate
Degree in Nursing, a Graduate Diploma in Nursing, or an Associate
Degree in Nursing, from an accredited agency such as the
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Additional
educational considerations include other health related fields such
as health administration, social work, etc. AND Registered Health
Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information
Technician (RHIT), or Certified Documentation Improvement
Practitioner (CDIP) certification. AND A minimum of five (5) years
of clinical experience with acute inpatient care. Must be able to
satisfy the eligibility requirements for obtaining a government
issued security clearance (US citizenship is required) and must
have a physical and annual immunizations as well as TB testing and
flu shots. May be required to pass a coding assessment and or a
clinical documentation improvement assessment. EOE/V/D VEVRRA
Federal Contractor Equal Opportunity Employer of protected veterans
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender
identity, disability, or veteran status PI178277246
Keywords: Standard Technology, Portsmouth , CDIS I, Other , Portsmouth, Virginia
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