Lead Medical Records Technician (Coder)
Run the daily coding assignments, distribute to the outpatient coders, and maintaining logs of what was distribute to the 10 coders. Compile the Coding Status Report to Management; collect completed assignments to be logged in for performance tracking; collect and maintain the input data log in collaboration with the Coding Supervisor. Selects the correct diagnosis and operation/procedure codes; provides technical assistance with processing and maintaining CPT codes within the Electronic Health Records as the codes are manually updated into the E.H.R System; abstracts the completed charts for both inpatient/Outpatient for compliance enforcement of all regulatory requirements. Assigns and sequences ICD-9-CM/ICD-10-CM/PS including CPT and HCPCS codes to final diagnoses and procedures from documented information; assures the final diagnoses and operative procedures as stated by the physician are valid and complete. Quantitative analysis - performs a comprehensive review of records to ensure the presence of all component parts such as patient and record identification, signatures of providers, dates and times where required To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. For positions requiring positive education requirements, or if you are using education to meet all or part of the qualification requirements, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or an itemized list of college courses which includes equivalent information from the transcript (course title, semester/quarter hours, and grade/degree earned) in your resume. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, GS-0675-09:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:
Examples include:
assign and ensure ICD-10 codes are correct for all diagnoses and surgical procedures; abstract data from patient record; ensure diagnosis related group (DRG) calculation is assigned is correct; use of automated health record systems and software; assign and abstract appropriate current procedural terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes; assist and guide others with health record and coding tasks. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR:
CERTIFICATION:
The following certification is a requirement for this position. Applicants who do not meet this requirement are not qualified for this position. Certified coder recognized through the American Academy Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements:
Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks:
Examples include:
assign and ensure ICD-10 codes are correct for all diagnoses and surgical procedures; abstract data from patient record; ensure diagnosis related group (DRG) calculation is assigned is correct; use of automated health record systems and software; assign and abstract appropriate current procedural terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes; assist and guide others with health record and coding tasks. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR:
CERTIFICATION:
The following certification is a requirement for this position. Applicants who do not meet this requirement are not qualified for this position. Certified coder recognized through the American Academy Professional Coders (AAPC) or American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements:
Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).
- Department:
0675 Medical Records Technician - Salary Range:
$52,905 to $68,777 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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