INPATIENT CODER
SUMMARY:
The Coder III reviews medical record documentation to select and sequence the appropriate ICD-9-CM diagnosis, and ICD-9-CMprocedure codes. Applies all appropriate coding guidelines and criteria for code selections. Adheres to Company and HSC Coding Compliance policies and procedures for the assignment of complete, accurate, timely, and consistent codes for diagnoses and procedures.
WORK REMOTELY
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Coding Technical skills- regulatory coding (ICD-9-CMand MS-DRGs) and associated reimbursement knowledge
Communication - communicates clearly and concisely
Customer orientation - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations
Analytical skills - effective evaluation, synthesis and use of information gathered
Initiative - independently takes prompt proactive steps toward problem resolution
Organization - establishing courses of action to ensure that work is completed efficiently; proactively prioritizes assignments and keen ability to multi-task
Policies & Procedures - articulates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems
PC skills - demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and others as required
Quality Orientation - accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time
Work Independently - is self-supporting; not needing to rely on others to complete a job
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA pref
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degree in HIM/HIT preferred. Equivalent work experience equally considered.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 2 years of acute care hospital inpatient coding required, 3 years strongly preferred.
***NOT OPEN TO VENDORS***
Category: HIM: INPATIENT CODING
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