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Position Details

Department: PCH-MAIN | Professional Svcs Coding
Category: Hlth Info Mgmt/Med Records
Location: Phoenix
Employee Type: Regular
Posting #: 461138
Posted On: 7/11/2019

Position Summary

This position assigns, per coding guidelines, current ICD-xx-CM diagnosis and CPT-4 procedure codes for all professional services as may be assigned by the Coding Compliance Manager. Completes coding for all assigned accounts on a timely basis. Follows up on all accounts needing coding queries or documentation completion by clinicians or medical staff. Demonstrates coding competencies with quality of coding and meeting of department productivity standards. Develops open communication with providers to ensure constant feedback and education on coding and documentation.

Position Duties

  1. Maintains consistent coding accuracy rate of 90% or better.
    • Assigns diagnosis codes and procedure codes utilizing current ICD-xx-CM and CPT-4 coding classification systems in compliance with hospital guidelines, ICD-xx-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting.
  2. Meets the established productivity standards for each visit type coded.
  3. Communicates via coding queries with medical staff, when appropriate, to facilitate the assignment of proper diagnosis and procedure codes.
  4. Demonstrates competencies with all software and hospital systems utilized, including ChartMaxx, Misys, and Medaptus.
  5. Responds in a timely manner to e-mails, bill edits, or other requests.
  6. Maintains professional certification and technical competency by attending education and training activities sponsored through the hospital, professional associations, and through independent study. Keeps apprised of current trends, developments, and awareness of coding changes.
  7. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

  • Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
  • Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
  • Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
  • Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
  • We place children and families at the center of all we do
  • We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
  • We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
  • We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
  • We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
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