Home Health/Hospice Coder

Under the direct supervision, the Home Health and Hospice Coder is responsible for coding using ICD-10 all diagnoses and applicable procedures of outpatient service visits. The position is also responsible for reviewing OASIS, abstracting visit data for billing and data collection purposes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Codes records using ICD-10-CM and coding guidelines.
• Reviews OASIS.
• Observes and reports unusual patterns in data collection and/or lack of adequate documentation for code assignments.
• Review documentation and provide ICD-10 coding recommendations based on current coding and Oasis guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as requested by the Home Health/Hospice Supervision
• Must be self-motivated, responsive, and committed to communicate with the management/supervisor closely via high tech communication modules.
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification in Home Health Coding required (HCS-D) Home Health (HCS-H) Hospice
• At least one-year experience coding for Home Health with ICD-10
• Proficient knowledge of Oasis, preferred. (HCS-O)
• Working knowledge of CMS Condition of Participation in Home Health Services is required.
• Working knowledge of federal and state home health and hospice licensure regulations are required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, compliance and reimbursement guidelines are required.
• Sound computer skill and adaptive to home health and hospice documentation software is a must.
• Detail oriented with critical thinking and strong analytical skills are required.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility in response to unexpected changes in work volume and work schedule are required.
• Excellent interpersonal relation skills including active listening, conflict resolution, and team building are required.
• Minimum of two years’ previous experience with ICD-10 and/or ICD-9 coding with verified employment/experience are required.

Education:

• High school diploma, required
• Completion of coding specific coursework required

General Requirements:  The ideal candidate must possess the following characteristics:

• Commitment and reliability
• Superb communication and responsiveness
  Computer literacy
  • Must be comfortable with, but not limited to: Excel, web-browsers, email, electronic health records (non-specific)
  • Must be familiar with various technologies
• Self-maintenance of skill set
  • Maintaining credentials
  • Staying current with abstraction/coding rules, manuals, and guidelines
• Prior experience in position applying for
• Motivation; remote work can be team-based, but requires the ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills and tactfulness to be able to effectively communicate with team members and client contacts

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be able to function adequately on a computer
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Adheres to the Westminster-Canterbury Code of Ethical Behavior.
• Up to 8 hours a day sitting
• Must be able to use phone, fax, webinar applications. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Reports to the Health Information Manager for Senior Options.
• To resign this position in good standing, the incumbent is expected to provide a notice of at least 4 weeks.
• I have read and understand this job description. I understand I must inform Westminster-Canterbury immediately of any changes in the status of my Driver’s License and/or Motor Vehicle Insurance as well as any Motor Vehicle Driving violations.  

Senior Options is a wholly-owned non-profit subsidiary of Westminster-Canterbury on the Chesapeake Bay. Our ongoing mission is to expand and strengthen services and care for older adults by building the organizational capacities of those LeadingAge members who serve them. Our goal is to continuously optimize our clients’ overall operations to ensure their delivery of the highest possible quality of customer care, while realizing financial sustainability for the long term. Senior Options is the best option for success.