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Works remotely from home and assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnosis and procedure codes for complex cases for all lengths of stays using 3M Coding interface andEPIC.As needed, audits the work of Level 1 and Level 2 Coding Consultants.Reviews medical records and assigns accurate ICD-10 codes for diagnoses and procedures.Analyzes Labs and patient data.Assigns and sequences codes accurately based on medical record documentation.Assigns the appropriate discharge disposition to medical records.Abstracts and enters the coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements.Audits the work of Level 1 & 2 Coders, if applicable.Communicates documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues to appropriate personnel for follow up and resolution.Assists physicians and hospital personnel with coding inquiries.Abstracts data from medical record into computer for billing, abstracting and other data collection purposes.Verifies data already present on abstracting screens.Assigns DRG or APC for each patient.Monitors DNFB on a weekly basis.Has maintained a 99% coding accuracy rate and 100% accuracy rate for MS-DRG assignment and maintains site designated productivity standards.Maintains minimum production of 1.5 charts per hour or site specific productivity standards.Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communications skills.Communicates professionally with co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues.

Co-Own and manage this family own convenience store & grill with my husband. I am responsible for paying quarterly taxes, weekly payroll and bookkeeping remotely from home while my husband is on site running the business. I help manage our 12 employees and hold quarterly meetings.

Review, abstract and compile data from highly complex electronic inpatient medical record documentation using EPIC and accurately assign and sequence ICD-9-CM diagnostic and procedure codes, assign Present on Admission indicators and assign appropriate Discharge Dispositions using 3M Encoder while abiding by the Standards of Ethnical Coding for appropriate optimal reimbursement for the hospital.Ensure DRG assignment is accurate.Responsible for maintaining a 95% accuracy rate and code 20-23 charts per an eight-hour day for Quality/Quantity Standards.Participate in continuing education programs to effectively apply ICD-9-CM coding guidelines to inpatient diagnoses and procedures.Maintain a thorough understanding of medical record practices, standards and regulations.Assist with coding for other Duke affiliated hospitals and special projects as required.Started working remotely from home in May 2012.