Review Specialist, OASIS & 485

OASIS Review Coding Specialist This is a remote position that provides flexibility and control over assigned workload. The OASIS Review Coding Specialist is responsible for performing 485 Review, OASIS Review, and coding duties while providing excellent service levels deserved by all MatrixCare customers. This role reports to the Supervisor of Coding and Review Operations or Manager of Coding and Review Services. Responsibilities: Coding level exceeds (or at minimum perform at required productivity levels equivalent of 8 completed 485 review or 10 completed OASIS Reviews per day for FT employees). Extract clinical information from OASIS Assessment as well as a variety of medical records. Assign appropriate ICD-10 Code(s) based on medical records according to established procedures and coding guidelines. Suggest changes to OASIS responses based on documentation in the medical record according to established Oasis guidance. Recommend changes to the 485 locators based on clinical documentation and in accordance with COP’s. Works with external coding databases and industry accepted tools. Communicate with agencies effectively and provide excellent customer service. Work is completed and documented accurately and timely. Conducts peer audits as needed/assigned. Regularly provides feedback for processes and performance improvement. Quickly ascertain customer needs through research and communication and provide quality solutions. Qualifications: Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing and BSN preferred. 2 years of home health OASIS/485 review and coding experience. 5 years’ experience in home health and/or hospice preferred. A thorough education in EMR systems, coding regulations, PDGM and medical terminology with proven coding capabilities. Certification in home health coding (HCS-D or BCHH-C in ICD-10). Certification in OASIS (COS-C or HCS-O). Experience in quality assurance (QA) or case management a plus. Experienced in review of the 485 in line with indus