Health Information Coder III, $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS* | University of California San Francisco - Military Veterans

The Health Information Coder III is a senior level inpatient coder with the knowledge and skill set to utilize the ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS classification systems to code acute academic, teaching inpatient cases. The skill set extends to knowledge and comprehension of code sequences into Diagnoses Related Groups on acute academic, teaching inpatient cases. Cases are coded to comply with the official guidelines for coding and reporting, practice standards and code of ethics for HIMS coder. Cases are abstracted according to UCSF Health policies and procedures. The focus of coding and abstracting is on a range of all primary hospital services. There is minimal review of coding for quality. The employee will work eight (8) hours per day, excluding meal periods, on five (5) consecutive days within a workweek. The workweek schedule is set between the employee and the manager and may be scheduled to start any day of the week based on manager approval. DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Retrieve and analyze comprehensive medical records and information systems for appropriate documentation and follow-up as appropriate. Evaluate full episode of care of clinical data for inpatient cases and assign appropriate codes using ICD-10-CM andICD-10-PCS classification systems. Includes assessment of the condition and diagnosis to conclude the coding of clinical data and DRG assignment. Meet external requirements for HCAI, HCFA, The Joint Commission, NCQA and payor data requirements. Accurately input codes and abstract data into current coding databases. Participate in coding audits and coding educational sessions and provide feedback and training. Meet or exceed department production standards for the DRG coding level. Meet or exceed department quality standards for the DRG coding level. Maintain knowledge of current medical terminology, disease processes, anatomy & physiology, and current DRG coding guidelines. Follow-up and clarify physician documentation (dictation and clinical notes). Report to a lead or manager. Interact with internal and external UCSF Health staff and customers. Satisfactory time and attendance OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate understanding of DRG coding mission within UCSF Health. Demonstrate understanding of DRG coding, AR, and data submission information flow. Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot computer issues. Perform data searches. Maintain patient confidentiality and IT security. Treat others with respect and work well on a team. As requested, train others. Follow safety and infection control guidelines. Maintain equipment and work area Comply with the UCSF Health dress code. Other duties as assigned. *Sign-on Bonus eligibility - Candidate cannot be a current UC employee. The candidate cannot have been employed by the University during the 12 months before the proposed rehire date. Candidate position classification cannot be Senior Management Group (SMG). Candidate must meet any additional UC location eligibility requirements. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles) Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html