Job Description
DescriptionSummary:
Responsible for maintaining current and high quality ICD-10-CM and CPT coding
of all outpatient diagnoses and operative procedures. Accurately abstracts patient data into the
CPSI/Evident computer system. Included in Outpatient coding are all Laboratory, Radiology, recurring
Nursing Home, Outpatient Psych, Cancer Center, Clinic, Physical Therapy and E/R visits. Verifies
charges are correct on all Outpatient Accounts. Also codes some Inpatient Psych and Inpatient Rehab
accounts. Accurately assigns appropriate modifiers to CPT codes. Enters accounts into Medical
Records Hold when further documentation or charge corrections are required. Communicates with
physicians regarding coding and sequencing questions in individual cases. Reviews medical records to
assure accurate admit/discharge dates, and verifies all outpatient orders are signed with diagnosis.
This includes assisting various departments with coding and charging issues, including Admitting and
Patient Billing. Assists the Admissions Department with Medical Necessity issues and questions.
Reviews all X-Ray, CT, and Ultrasound reports for diagnoses. Responsible for maintaining the
unbilled accounts report on a daily basis. Assists in other areas of the department as
requested.
Responsibilities:
• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies:
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.• Accurately codes all diagnoses and
procedures on all outpatient visits.• Accurately abstracts all Outpatient codes into the
CPSI/Evident computer system, including Lab, Radiology, Cancer Center, all Family and Rural
Healthcare Clinics, Physical Therapy, and Emergency Room visits and procedures.• Verify all
outpatient orders are complete with accurate diagnosis for test/procedure being performed.• Work
with held bill report for all outpatient visits and/or procedures.
Requirements:
High School
Diploma or equivalent years of experience required. 0 – 1 years of experience preferred. Registered
Health Information Administrator (RHIA) (AHIMA) preferred. Registered Health Information Technician
(RHIT) (AHIMA) preferred. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) (AHIMA) preferred. Certified Coding
Associate (CCA) (AHIMA) preferred.
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Full Time
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- Specialty: Information Technology
- Location: 2026 South JacksonJacksonville, Texas 75766
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About the Company:
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of
more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care
facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and
ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and
the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing
ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately
45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for
patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United
States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and
core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the
communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family
members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the
dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas
is an ongoing effort.