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University Hospitals Health System Physician Coding Specialist Remote in Beachwood, Ohio

Description Position Summary Responsible for accurately and timely coding medical records following established coding, CMS regulations and hospital guidelines. Reviews outpatient encounters and accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information following coding guidelines and regulations. Essential Functions Reviews patient encounters and assigns diagnostic ICD-10 and or/procedural CPT codes according to established coding, CMS and hospital guidelines. (95%) * Responsible for accurately coding outpatient ROP, ED or professional/physician office encounters. * Maintains productivity and quality rate according to established standards. * Ensures optimal ASC/APC/APG assessment. * Works within UH billing time frames. * Maintains updated knowledge of guidelines and regulations affecting the UHHS Coding Department. Assists with other duties as assigned. (5%) Required For All Jobs Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer -- minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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