Coding Optimisation Officer

2 weeks ago

South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Mater Private Hospital Townsville Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
About the roleWhat you'll be doing
  • Perform concurrent review of clinical documentation for targeted cases, including audits to clarify diagnoses and procedures and validate DRG assignment.
  • Identify opportunities to optimise coding and identify missed revenue opportunities associated with clinical documentation, coding and DRG allocation
  • Continuously improve clinical documentation and coding accuracy through coding optimisation activities.
  • Support initiatives that foster clinician engagement to enhance real-time, high quality clinical documentation for improved coding and DRG outcomes
  • Collaborate with the Clinical Coding Service to address documentation deficits impacting the coding process
  • Conduct data analysis related to coding and DRG data
  • Collaborate with coding advisory bodies to find solutions for challenging coding scenarios and queries
  • Maintain a register of review activities and provide monthly reports to the Manager of Clinical Coding Service
  • Stay updated on changes in clinical practice that may affect patient complexity
  • Assist in developing educational materials and resources related to clinical documentation and coding data
About you
  • Completion of a clinical coding qualification.
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management or equivalent (Desirable)
  • Advanced ability and competent use of ICD-10-AM classification system for accurate clinical coding
  • Experience in clinical coding within an acute hospital setting, preferably in both public and private sectors
  • Advanced knowledge and application of Australian Coding Standards
  • Strong understanding of inpatient funding, hospital Casemix, and Diagnosis Related Groups
  • Ability to efficiently conduct clinical coding audits, analyse results, and provide recommendations
  • Proficiency in using information systems and software, including patient administration systems and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills for effective collaboration with staff at all levels
Why join us?
  • Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
  • Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
  • Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
  • Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
  • Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
  • Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
  • Convenient, discounted on-site parking
  • Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
  • Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

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