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WFH PERMANENT - FACILITY INPATIENT CODER.
Job summary:
Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking an ICD-10 coding consultant Inpatient to work for one or more of the clients remotely.
-Roles & Responsibilities -
Review documentation to code diagnosis and procedures.
- Communicate with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnosis and/or procedures via the query process
- Assign accurate codes utilizing an electronic encoder application in accordance with practice policy and regulatory guidelines
- Perform Peer Reviews of Company Health Information Management coding auditors and coders
- Complete reports as requested
- Maintain minimum accuracy rate of 98% while meeting internal productivity standards set by company
- Maintain productivity expectations:
Record Type ICD10 Coding Productivity Standards* Coding
- Emergency Department (excluding E/M facility coding) 96-120 encounters/day Coding
- Emergency Department (including E/M facility coding) 64-92 encounters/day Coding
- Ancillary testing 160-240 encounters/day Coding - Ambulatory/Outpatient/Interventional 32-48 encounters/day Coding
- Inpatient 24 encounters/day
Desired Skills/Qualifications:
-CCS, RHIT or RHIA (AHIMA) or CPC, COC (AAPC).
- 4 years of coding experience.
-Knowledge of Federal, state and payer regulations.
-Capable of interpreting medical records reports and chart entries.
-Able to work independently and as a team member.
-Capable of applying judgment and decision making.
-Base office skills (Word, Excel).
-Pass coding assessment with a score of 80% or greater.
Working with Cognizant offers a very nice benefit program, this position offers compensation of $34-35 an hour, we offer excellent benefits such as insurance (available from day 1 of employment), great work-life balance, 401k with matching component, employee stock purchase program, and many other benefits. We are currently receiving applications ongoing since May 8th until June 25th.
An inclusive environment embracing diversity: for the second time, Cognizant has been named to the Forbes list of Best Employers for Diversity based on survey responses from its employees!
If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.
Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position whom are legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring company sponsorship now or at any time in the future.
Employee Status : Full Time Employee
Shift : Day Job
Job Posting : May 08 2024
About Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @USJobsCognizant.Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.