Healthcare Coder

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION• ▪ Ensures that codes are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately as per government and insurance regulations• ▪ Complies with all medical coding guidelines• ▪ Follows up and clarifies any information that is not clear with the rendering provider• ▪ Conducts ad-hoc audits to ensure fidelity to coding guidelines• ▪ Relevant expert for Southwest Network on accurate and efficient coding practices• ▪ Analyze medical records and identify documentation deficiencies

• NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS• ▪ Follows policies and procedures and adheres to the requirements of the Corporate Compliance Program.• ▪ Ensures confidentiality of verbal and written information in accordance with HIPAA standards and Southwest • Network policy, and adheres to the legal, ethical, and professional guidelines adopted by Southwest Network.• ▪ Other duties as assigned.

• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE and CERTIFICATION• ▪ Associate degree in medical coding or successful completion of a certification program required.• ▪ Must have a minimum of 1 year of experience working in multi-specialty coding.• ▪ Must maintain a valid Arizona state fingerprint clearance card.• ▪ Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license.• ▪ Must be at least 21 years of age.• KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY and SKILLS• ▪ Strong understanding of medical terms• ▪ In-depth understanding of medical coding guidelines• ▪ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people • assigned to this position. Nothing in this job description restricts the right of Southwest Network management to • assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job or change this job description at any time.• ▪ Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality of medical information.• ▪ Must be competent in the use of electronic medical records software, as well as in the use of a computer, printer, • copier, and telephone. Preferred typing skills of 25 to 40 WPM. Occasional use of fax machines, security systems, and • other office equipment.• ▪ Must be highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.• ▪ Must be able to effectively use the internet and various web browsers.

• WORKING CONDITIONS and DRIVING• ▪ Travel between Southwest Network sites as well as in the community is required. Must have a registered and reliable • vehicle that meets Arizona state law standards and meets the insurance standards of Southwest Network.• ▪ Work is performed in the community as well as an office setting; must be able to move about; occasionally exposed to • outside weather conditions.• ▪ Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time and position self to reach items under or above • desks, in storage, or in areas not easily accessible; some lifting also required. • ▪ Evening or weekend hours required on an as-needed basis