UF Health

Overview

Since the doors opened more than 59 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primacy PCI and Resuscitation — its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery, life-saving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for ongoing quality review and assessment of coded hospital data. Performs audits on the accuracy of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT-4, MS-DRG, APR-DRG and APC assignments, as appropriate. Prepares reports for management review and identifies trends. Conducts focused retrospective audits and regular scheduled audits of individual coders. Manages all audits conducted by internal and external entities and responds to requests for code verification. In conjunction with the Coding Manager and/or Coding Assistant Manager, contributes to the development of educational and training opportunities for staff.

Qualifications

• Post High School Special Training

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) OR Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) OR Certified Professional Coder (CPC) OR Certified Professional Coder-Hospital (CPC-H)

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must have a minimum 3 years' experience in hospital inpatient and/or outpatient medical record coding and reimbursement.
• Must have strong knowledge of ICD-10 CM/PCS and/or CPT coding (based on area of assignment) and prospective payment systems and proficiency with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and coding/grouping software.