NYC Health+ Hospitals

About NYC Health + Hospitals. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception.. The Associate Medical Records Specialist under the supervision of the Supervising Medical Records Specialist and/or Manager of the Health Information Management Department is responsible for competently, accurately, and correctly assigning ICD-9CM diagnostic procedural codes, CPT, and HCPCS codes for reimbursement, educational and statistical information.. Assist with other related functions within the scope of the Associate Medical Records Specialist.. Possession of a valid certificate as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and one (1) year of experience in coding and abstracting medical records in a recognized hospital or health care organization, six (6) months of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or

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About NYC Health + Hospitals Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City’s premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women’s Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons. Visit us at www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/lincoln . Job Description PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Associate Medical Records Specialist under the supervision of the Supervising Medical Records Specialist and/or Manager of the Health Information Management Department is responsible for competently, accurately, and correctly assigning ICD-9CM diagnostic procedural codes, CPT, and HCPCS codes for reimbursement, educational and statistical information. Summary Of Duties <ul><li> Thoroughly reads and interprets the documentation contained in every medical record to identify all diagnoses and procedures to which codes must be affixed.</li><li> Input coded information into the HOM encoding system.</li><li> Consult the appropriate physician when conflicting or ambiguous information appears in the medical record, so the medical record documentation may be clarified.</li><li> Applies Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set definitions to select the principal diagnosis, principal procedure, and other diagnoses and procedures, that require coding.</li><li> Select the appropriate principal diagnosis for episodes of care in which the determination of the principal diagnosis is not clear-cut because the patient has multiple problems.</li><li> Assesses the adequacy of documentation to ensure that it supports the principal diagnosis, principal procedure, complications, and comorbidity conditions assigned codes.</li><li> Applies sequencing guidelines so the chronology of patient care events can be understood by reviewing the assigned codes.</li><li> Performs coding for Inpatient, ER, and Ambulatory Care records.</li><li> Review coding encounter forms as required, to ensure accuracy.</li><li> Work with physicians to ensure accurate coding.</li><li> Review medical records for appropriate documentation to support coding guidelines.</li><li> Assist with clinical pertinence, chart analysis, and other HIM functions.</li><li> Maintains LMMHC and HIM Safety Program, Quality Improvement Program, and In-Service Program.</li><li> Assist with other related functions within the scope of the Associate Medical Records Specialist.</li><li> Other relative duties:</li><li> Promote a positive and pleasant attitude conducive to the workplace, which enhances and furthers the Mission, Vision, and Value Statement.</li><li> Meet all compliance standards/requirements such as Annual In-service training, physical evaluation/assessment, Work Violent, Fire Drill Participation, etc.</li><li> Participate in Performance Improvement activities.</li><li> Responsible for wearing professional attire to the workplace as well as during off-site work when conducting business on behalf of the Northern Manhattan Network.</li><li> Must exhibit flexibility within the Northern Manhattan Network as it pertains to work assignment, workplace, site designation, and Tour of Duty.</li><li> Adhere to the Vision, Mission, and Value statement of the Organization in all endeavors and interactions. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications <ul><li> Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a Health Information Administration (HIA) or Health Information Technology (HIT) program accredited by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and six (6) months experience in coding and abstracting medical records in a recognized hospital or health care organization; or</li><li> High School diploma or its educational equivalent; and</li><li> Completion of a coding, medical record technology, or health information technology program approved by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and one (1) year of experience in coding and abstracting medical records in a recognized hospital or health care organization, six (6) months of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or</li><li> Possession of a valid certificate as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and one (1) year of experience in coding and abstracting medical records in a recognized hospital or health care organization, six (6) months of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or</li><li> Three (3) years of satisfactory experience in coding and abstracting medical records in a recognized hospital or health care organization, one (1) year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.</li><li> A satisfactory equivalent. However, all candidates must be high school graduates or possess a high school equivalency diploma. </li></ul>How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #, to: Lincoln Medical & Mental Health Center Human Resources Department 234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street), 2nd Floor, Annex Bronx, NY 10451 Attn: Recruitment Unit NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes: <ul><li> Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week </li><li> Retirement Savings and Pension Plans </li><li> Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees </li><li> Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts </li><li> College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities </li><li> Multiple employee discounts programs </li></ul>Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF): The federal government provides student loan forgiveness through its Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) to all qualifying public service employees. Please visit the PSLF website for eligibility information: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service .

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