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Certified Home Health Coder & QA Specialist Become a part of the Hope At Home Family! We currently have a position available for a Certified Home Health Coder & QA Specialist. Position Summary: Certified Home Health Coder & QA Specialist is required to have PDGM, Oasis D1 experience, and Kinnser software knowledge. Home Health Coder is responsible for coding using ICD-10 all diagnoses and applicable procedures of skilled service visits. The position is also responsible for reviewing OASIS and abstracting visit data for billing and data collection purposes. Responsibilities: • Codes records using ICD-10-CM and coding guidelines. • Reviews OASIS. • Observes and report 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 Supervision • Must be self-motivated, responsive, and committed to communicating with the management/supervisor closely via high-tech communication modules. Qualification: • Certification in Home Health Coding required • Proficient knowledge of Oasis preferred. • Registered Nurse, preferred. • Working knowledge of CMS Condition of Participation in Home Health Services is required. • Working knowledge of federal and state home health licensure regulations is required. • Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, compliance, and reimbursement guidelines are required. • Sound computer skill and adaptability to home health documentation software is a must. • Detail-oriented with critical thinking and strong analytical skills are required. • The 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. • A minimum of two years of previous experience with ICD-10 and/or ICD-9 coding with verified employment/experience are required. Education: • A high school diploma is required, and a college diploma is preferred. • Completion of coding specific coursework required Certifications: • Certified in Home Health coding, required. • Medical Coding: 5 years • ICD-10: 2 years General Requirements: The ideal candidate must possess the following characteristics: • Commitment and reliability; be able to dedicate consistent time to HIA • 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 such as, but not limited to: security (e.g., Citrix), data collection/abstraction, encoders, web-based applications • Self-maintenance of skillset • Maintaining credentials • Staying current with abstraction/coding rules, manuals, and guidelines • Prior experience in position applying for • Strong interpersonal skills and tactfulness to be able to effectively communicate with team members and client contacts Educational Requirements: The ideal candidate must possess: • Registered Nurse License in Michigan • A college degree from • An accredited nursing program, or • Other accredited healthcare programs • Healthcare credentials associated with their program of study • Other healthcare information related abstraction and coding credentials are desirable Apply tot his job