About Children's Minnesota

Children's Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children's Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children's Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children's hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Department Overview

Position Summary

Responsible for the accurate assignment of DRG, diagnosis and procedure codes using International Classification of Disease (ICD10 CM/PCS), coding to the highest degree of severity and specificity, including the assignment of present on admission. Uses provider clarification query forms as needed. Collects additional clinical data elements and inputs into hospital database. The HIM Inpatient Coding Specialist assess record completion; assign deficiencies as needed and follow-up on incomplete records to ensure timely billing.

Location: Remote within MN or WI 

DHS Background Study Required? No

License/Certification/Registration required? Yes
*Certifications must be through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Credentials that meet requirement: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC).

Education:
*As outlined in the above credentials' requirements.

Experience:
*4+ years' experience as a coding specialist for inpatient or outpatient services.
*Pediatric experience preferred.
*Demonstrated experience working with medical providers and allied health professionals preferred.
*Must demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS.
*Must achieve passing score on Children's Core Coding Competency Assessment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
*Requires advanced knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and disease processes, and pharmacology.
*Requires knowledge of DRG and APC prospective payment systems and reimbursement regulations in an acute care environment.
*Ability to work independently and productively with minimal supervision.
*Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills.
*Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and maintain attention to detail in order to meet customer expectations.
*Demonstrated strong desire to learn.

Physical Demands

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All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children's Minnesota requires proof of COVID-19 vaccine, and as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), immunity to vaccine preventable infectious diseases, prior to employment.

Children's Minnesota is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

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