Health Info Coder III–Rad Onc - Revenue Integrity, Orange F/T Day Shift - 47268-1A
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Updated: May 9, 2023
Location: Orange
Job Type:
Department: Revenue Integrity
UC Title: HEALTH INFO CODER 3
Position Number: 40960291
Reports to: Manager, Coding
Working Title: Health Info Coder III–Rad Onc
Cost Center: Revenue Integrity (428534)
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
FLSA: Nonexempt
Date Created: 12/21/2022
Job Code: 004733
Hours: 40
Shift: Not Applicable
FTE: 1
Position Summary:
The radiation oncology coder will be responsible to abstract orders, charges and related diagnoses from radiation oncology records to ensure services billed are consistent with the record documentation. The coder will ensure compliance with all the clinical billing and coding regulations and will work with the faculty and staff to ensure accurate documentation of billable services. The coder will determine and input appropriate ICD-10 CM and other codes for all radiation therapy procedures and analyze and validate that all charges are interfaced with the appropriate ICD10 and CPT codes. The coder will be become efficient with the record and verify system ARIA where they will review the department daily charges for accuracy prior to interface from ARIA to EPIC.
Total Compensation
In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our:
Compensation practices (https://www.hr.uci.edu/partnership/totalrewards/compensation.php) and
Benefits (https://careersucirvine.ttcportals.com/pages/benefits).
Salary Range:
Hourly Rate Minimum $43.13 Midpoint $50.03 Maximum $56.92
Core Organizational Functions:
ACCOUNTABILITY: Responsible for the achievements and success of UC Irvine Health. Follows through and meets commitments; accountable for own actions and supportive of colleagues; presents self in appearance and actions in a manner that conveys professionalism and pride in area of responsibility; projects a positive presence and ensures that work related or personal frustrations are kept separate from patient care and professional activities; takes responsibility for problems and solutions; follows existing policies and procedures.
RESPECT: Foster an environment of mutual respect and trust among ourselves and with all whom we serve. Is always compassionate and empathetic for both patients and team members; makes eye contact, smiles and or greets every individual using the individual’s name, if known; treats all guests and co-workers with the utmost respect, dignity, courtesy and respects their confidentiality; arrives to meetings on time; keeps personal conversations with other employees offstage, out of earshot of patients and visitors.
INTEGRITY: Tells the truth and strives to earn the trust of those around us. Takes pride in their work, being honest and accountable in their words and actions; meets or exceeds department defined service expectations; makes the right decision in the best interest of UC Irvine Health.
INNOVATION: Seeks ideas and approaches that can change the way the world discovers, teaches and heals. Approaches work creatively and continuously looks for new and flexible ways to solve problems; encourages and implements ideas to improve safety, customer service and operational performance; works to create efficient and effective systems so that time is not spent repeating and fixing problems; initiates and supports change.
SERVICE: Collaborates to effectively and compassionately serve our patients, each other and the community. Anticipates customer’s needs; maintains a calm, quiet, healing environment; accepts assignments graciously and carries out duties with pride; recognizes that every individual has an area of expertise and his/her contribution is valuable; keeps patients, families, customers and team members informed about time, thanks the person for waiting, and apologizes for delays.
EXCELLENCE: Committed to achieving the highest level of excellence in patient care, discovery and education. Demonstrates pride; practices humility; embraces greatness; encourages and praises others for work well done; learns to grow developing self and others personally and professionally; is accurate and strives for excellence; creates a positive and productive work climate.
Required Qualifications:
Ability to establish & maintain effective working relationships across the Health System
Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Knowledge of ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPC and Modifiers coding conventions
Must be knowledgeable of the ASTRO and ACR policies and guidelines for coding and documentation
AHIMA or AAPC credentials, certification for Radiation Oncology coding, and /or CPC or CCS certification
Experienced in Radiation Oncology coding and billing modules
Radiation Oncology Certified Coder(ROCC), and/or additional Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) or Certified Physician Coder (CPC)
2-3 years of experience in radiation oncology coding/billing setting required
Must possess the skill, knowledge and ability essential to the successful performance of assigned duties
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, disease process and medical terminology
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Preferred Qualifications:
Coding and billing experience in an academic setting
Professional and Hospital Coding experience
Conditions of Employment:
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:
- Background Check and Live Scan
- Legal Right to Work in the United States
- Vaccination Policies
- Smoking and Tobacco Policy
- Drug Free Environment
The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.
- California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
- E-Verify
- Pre-Placement Health Evaluation
Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php
Closing Statement:
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI’s Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [email protected] or at (949) 824-0500, Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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