Remote Coding Specialist, Inpatient - Facility Coding-Part Time Weekend ID-2182

November 30, 2024

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Exela is a business process automation (BPA) leader, leveraging a global footprint and proprietary technology to provide digital transformation solutions enhancing quality, productivity, and end-user experience. With decades of expertise operating mission-critical processes, Exela serves a growing roster of more than 4,000 customers throughout 50 countries, including over 60% of the Fortune® 100. With foundational technologies spanning information management, workflow automation, and integrated communications, Exela's software and services include multi-industry department solution suites addressing finance & accounting, human capital management, and legal management, as well as industry-specific solutions for banking, healthcare, insurance, and public sectors. - Through cloud-enabled platforms, built on a configurable stack of automation modules, and 17,500+ employees operating in 23 countries, Exela rapidly deploys integrated technology and operations as an end-to-end digital journey partner.

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Job Summary

As a Certified Inpatient Medical Coder at LexiCode, you will join a dynamic team of coding experts dedicated to delivering exceptional coding services to our valued clients. Your primary responsibility will be accurately assigning diagnostic and procedural codes to inpatient medical records, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and regulations. LexiCode is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations.

Pay Disclosure:

The pay range for this position starts at $28.00-37.00 per hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonus opportunities may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Thoroughly review and analyze facility inpatient medical records to identify pertinent diagnoses, procedures, and treatments.
Accurately assign ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to precisely reflect clinical documentation.
Ensure the integrity and precision of coded data, including meticulous DRG assignment verification.
Stay abreast of evolving coding guidelines, regulations, and industry best practices through continuous research.
Collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, including physicians and nurses, to clarify documentation and gather supplementary information as required.
Actively participate in coding audits and quality improvement initiatives to uphold and enhance coding accuracy standards.
Maintain optimal productivity levels while adhering to established coding quality and efficiency benchmarks.
Uphold strict patient confidentiality and privacy standards in strict compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of one of the following AHIMA credentials: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P; or one of the following AAPC credentials: CPC, COC, or CIC.

Minimum of 2 years of experience in facility inpatient coding.
Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and PCS coding systems, encompassing comprehensive knowledge of guidelines and conventions.
Competence in utilizing coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Strong analytical aptitude to interpret intricate medical documentation accurately.
Detail-oriented approach, ensuring precision and accuracy in all coding assignments.
Exceptional communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with healthcare professionals.
Strong organizational and time management capabilities to meet coding deadlines.

EEO Statement:

Exela is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equality opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will considered for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, gender/sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Remote Coding Specialist, Inpatient - Facility Coding-Part Time Weekend ID-2182

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Remote Coding Specialist, Inpatient - Facility Coding-Part Time Weekend ID-2182

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

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