HEALTHCAREfirst is the market leader in software,
services, and advanced analytics for health home and hospice. For more than 25
years, we have worked with home health and hospice agencies of all sizes,
providing products and services that have taken the industry by storm. We have
an exciting career opportunity for a dynamic individual with limitless energy
and enthusiasm. You’ll find HEALTHCAREfirst
a rewarding place to work. We value innovation and welcome change. At
HEALTHCAREfirst, you will have an
opportunity to work on the cutting edge of technology in a great team-based
work environment. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit
program which includes Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) Profit Sharing
Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Health and Flexible Savings, Short and Long Term
Disability, Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance. We also offer a number of
perks including onsite industry education, a healthy snacks program, employee
service awards, and numerous company-wide events.
OASIS Review Coding Specialist
We are looking
to hire an experienced OASIS Review Coding Specialist. This is a remote position that provides
flexibility and control over assigned workload.
We are seeking a high caliber individual interested in pursuing a
rewarding career with a dynamic software company. The OASIS Review Coding
Specialist is responsible for performing 485 Review, OASIS Review, and coding
duties while providing excellent service levels deserved by all HEALTHCAREfirst customers. This role reports to the Manager of Coding
Services.
Responsibilities:
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Coding
levels exceed (or at minimum perform at required productivity levels equivalent
of 6 completed 485 review or 9 completed OASIS Reviews per day for FT
employees).
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Abstracts
clinical information from OASIS as well as a variety of medical records,
charts, and documents.
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Assigns
appropriate ICD-10 diagnoses
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Codes
to patient records according to established procedures.
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Suggests
changes to OASIS based on clinical documentation
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Recommends
changes to the 485 locators based on clinical documentation.
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Works
with coding databases and confirms HHRG assignments.
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Communicate
with agencies effectively and provide excellent customer service
·
Work is
completed and documented accurate and timely with high quality.
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Conducts
peer audits as needed/assigned.
·
Regularly
provides feedback for processes and performance improvement.
·
Quickly
ascertain customer needs through research and communication and provide quality
solutions.
Qualifications:
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Graduate
of accredited school of professional nursing and BSN preferred
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2 years
utilization of home health OASIS review experience
·
5
years’ experience in home health and/or hospice preferred
·
Certification
in home health coding (HCS-D or BCHH-C in ICD-10)
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Certification
in OASIS (COS-C or HCS-O)
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Experience
in quality assurance (QA) or case management a plus
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Experienced
in review of the 485
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Exceptional
computer, software and typing skills
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Ability
to work independently and is a self-starter without on-site supervision.
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Proven
coding capabilities, five years coding experience highly preferred
·
A
thorough education in coding systems and coding terminology.
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Skilled
in dealing with a high volume of competing tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Strong focus on problem-solving initiatives and quick resolution.
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Detail-oriented
as the dispersion of proper payment and creation of precise, easily processed
medical bills depend on coding expertise.
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Must
comprehend the basics of medicine, such as anatomy, physiology, diseases, and
diagnoses. This knowledge is essential for coders, as they will be required to
accurately translate medical jargon into code.
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Organized,
efficient and precise with strong communication and liaison skills, dependable
and hard working with extensive background in quality customer support.
·
Must
comprehend the basics of home health and hospice business operations, insurance
claims processes, basic office procedures, and the use and application of
medical billing software.
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Aptitude
to communicate effectively with agency staff, management and other members of
the team