Fall Intern, Clinical Privilege Coding Development - HealthStream, Inc

Company Overview

HealthStream is the leader in healthcare workforce solutions. We help organizations work better by helping their people work smarter.

HealthStream provides the leading learning, clinical development, credentialing, and scheduling applications delivered on healthcare's #1 platform. We streamline everyday tasks while improving performance, engagement, and safety - fostering a workplace where people flourish, and care thrives.

Why Join Us

At HealthStream, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of healthcare by collaborating with a team of talented professionals dedicated to innovation and excellence. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive.

Our shared vision is to enhance the quality of healthcare by empowering the people who deliver care - a commitment we have upheld for over 30 years through providing innovative solutions and driving constant growth. Join us in revolutionizing the healthcare industry and shaping the future of patient care. As a HealthStreamer, you will be at the forefront of healthcare technology innovation, making a recurring impact on the industry.

We're proud of our values-forward culture that offers our people:

• Mission-oriented work
  
• Diverse and inclusive culture
  
• Mental and Physical Health Support
  
• Work-from-home flexibility
  
• Wellness workshops
  
• Buddy Program for new HealthStreamers
  
• Collaborative work environment
  
• Career growth opportunities
  
• Continuous learning opportunities
  
• Inspiring workspaces to collaborate and connect with other HealthStreamers
  

At HealthStream, our thriving culture encourages collaboration and values contributions, allowing our team members to continuously solve big problems and grow. We offer flexibility and paid time off to support work-life integration for all employees, including a hybrid work environment and Streaming Good volunteer day. For team members in commutable distance, HealthStream has Resource Centers in Nashville, TN, Boulder, CO, and San Diego, CA. Our resource centers provide an inspiring workspace to collaborate and recharge as well as company-sponsored onsite social events for development, connection, and celebration.

We are committed to driving innovation in healthcare and ensuring that patients receive competent care from qualified professionals. As a HealthStream team member, you will help bring this vision to life. If you want to work for a company committed to its values and vision, HealthStream is the place for you!

HealthStream is an equal opportunity employer. HealthStream prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individual employees or groups of employees on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.

Position Overview

This internship offers a unique learning opportunity for a coding and/or health information management professional interested in expanding their coding skill and knowledge and gaining insight into how coding methodology may be utilized in healthcare technology to support improving patient care.

The Privilege Coding Development Intern will work under the guidance and direction of the Privilege Content Consultant to learn and apply coding (CPT and ICD-10) to the current and/or newly developed specialty specific clinical privilege forms in the CredentialStream environment.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for adhering to all HealthStream security policies, procedures, and assigned training.

• Assist the Privilege Content Consultant in coding (CPT, ICD-10 PCS and ICD-10 CM) specialty specific clinical privilege line items to expand and further develop the capabilities of the CredentialStream privilege.
  
• Assist in assigning the appropriate medical procedure and/or diagnoses codes to existing and newly developed privileges.
  
• Learn and apply coding guidelines and regulations, as applicable, to existing and/or newly developed privileges.
  
• Attend training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills with respect to credentialing, privileging, and coding.
  
• Participate in privilege coding reviews to ensure accuracy and validity of assigned codes.
  

Qualifications

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university, preferred focus in healthcare, medical coding or related field
  
• Basic understanding of medical terminology and anatomy.
  
• Basic to advanced knowledge of medical billing and coding (CPT, ICD-10).
  
• Willingness to learn CredentialStream/MPS environment and coding tool.
  

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint Database management including data entry, retrieval, manipulation and analysis Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively. Strong attention to detail
  
• Ability to ensure accuracy in assigned codes to privileges
  

Problem solving skills

• Ability to analyze complex privilege lines and assign appropriate coding
  

Analytical and critical thinking

• Ability to interpret guidelines, regulations and privilege lines to assign appropriate codes
  

Critical thinking

• Ability to evaluate code scenarios, identify discrepancies, and make informed decisions based on evidence
  

Organizational skills

• Ability to maintain accurate records, prioritize tasks, and manage assignments effectively
  

Learning agility and adaptability

• Open to continuous learning and professional development