2 jobs found in Lithonia

Job Title Hospital Inpatient Coder III Job Description The Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance. Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. Facilitates accurate data for patient acuity, severity of illness, and quality outcomes. Minimum Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent. 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment. Must complete coding proficiency evaluation. Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs, disease process, clinical...

Be inspired. Be valued. Belong.  At Emory Healthcare   At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be.  We provide:    Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1   Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs   Family-focused benefits   Wellness incentives  Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs  And more  JOB DESCRIPTION: The Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in...