Health Information Coder/Abstractor (Full-Time, 40, Day)

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures consistent and accurate coding of patient accounts through a thorough review of conditions and procedures as documented by qualified health care providers in the medical record.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Seeing, hearing, speaking, finger dexterity.

• Frequent: sitting.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Current certification in one (1) of the following:

o Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA).

o Certified Professional Coder (CPC) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) and three (3) years of acute care facility coding experience.

• Coursework and/or demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, body systems/anatomy, pathophysiology, surgeries/treatments, and pharmacology.

B. EXPERIENCE:

• Two (2) years experience in coding/abstracting.

• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding.

• Knowledge of HIPAA and other compliance regulations pertaining to handling patient records.

• Familiarity with using and navigating electronic health records and computer-assisted coding software.

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet