Core Measure Data Abstractor

Core Measures Data Abstractor

Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs. 

Performs primary data abstraction duties for Core Measures (Sepsis, Perinatal Care, Outpatient Measures, and Psychiatric Measures) and ensures high levels of abstraction accuracy for assigned accounts via validation activities. Demonstrates strong communication, documentation, organizing, and planning skills to ensure strong leadership of multiple accounts concurrently.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Collects and abstracts data from patient medical records, especially those related to disease-specific care. This includes information on diagnoses, treatments, procedures, and outcomes.
• Ensures the accuracy and completeness of the abstracted data. This involves cross-referencing information from multiple sources within a patient's medical record.
• Adheres to specific clinical data abstraction guidelines and standards, such as those set by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and The Joint Commission (TJC).
• Enters the abstracted data into a database or registry, often using specialized software. This includes maintaining and updating the data as necessary.
• Participates in quality assurance processes to ensure data integrity. This involves regular audits of the data or the abstraction process.
• Remains informed about developments in patient care and data management to ensure ongoing competency in the role.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Experience abstracting Core Measures within the last 2 years is required.
• Familiar with medical records, billing/documentation practices, and standard healthcare quality concepts.
• Ability to work independently.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan/accomplish goals.
• Maintains a strict level of confidentiality in all aspects of work.
• Demonstrates a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• BSN, LPN, or RN preferred

Physical requirements:

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally in carrying, lifting, pushing, pulling objects. Sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Hybrid / Remote
• Travel required within the various CHS locations

Pay Disclosure:

• $58,458.40 - $75,000

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