Coding Specialist

Description

The Coder works independently on a daily basis responsible for the abstracting and coding of medical records and assigning codes with a high degree of accuracy.

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• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Reviews medical records and physician documentation to code patient charges
• Assists provider and practice staff with reviewing provider coding as needed
• Reviews coding denial/edits and appeals/corrects codes
• Prepares reports as requested
• Provide training to physicians and staff to improve coding outcomes
• Adhere to TPR productivity standards and submits daily productive reports
• Meet TPR accuracy and quality audit standard
• Additional responsibilities as needed.
• Coder must be proficient in orthopedic surgery and evaluation and management coding

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma/GED with completion coding program preferred

Certification: Certified Professional Coding Certificate required, COSC highly desired

Experience: Physician professional coding required with 4 years of experience preferred

 

Tenet Healthcare/TPR complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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