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A leading healthcare provider in Sylva, NC is seeking an experienced IP Coder/Abstractor to handle inpatient medical records coding at Harris Regional and Swain Community Hospitals. This role requires accurate coding per established guidelines, effective communication, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Candidates must have current coding certifications and a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute care facility, although new graduates may be considered based on their coding test results. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description - IP Coder/Abstractor (7463-2997) IP Coder/Abstractor will code all inpatient medical records and assist with outpatient medical record coding on an as‑needed basis at Harris Regional and Swain Community Hospitals. Responsibilities include accurate coding and abstracting of inpatient records in accordance with established guidelines; reviewing and abstracting the patient record to accurately assign diagnostic and procedural codes; following up with the provider or Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) team as needed; performing physician queries as necessary to insure accurate coding; performing charge‑capture duties for injections and blood administration; and performing chart/coding data audits. Education Current RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS required. Other coding certifications from accredited schools will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Experience Minimum of 2 years ICD‑9‑CM and CPT‑4 coding experience in an acute care facility is desired, but new...