Lima Memorial Hospital

Functioning within the Health System' mission, values, objectives, procedures and policies, the Coder - Professional codes all physician office medical records as assigned by reviewing the entire medical record to determine if the documentation supports the code assignment as well as reviewing the chart for any specific regulations such as medical necessity. Education: An Associate's degree or completion of a certified coding program is required. Licensure/Certification: Current CPC or AHIMA Certified Physician Coder is required. Will consider candidate who is actively enrolled in certification program. To retain position, if individual without a current certification is hired into a Coder - Professional position, s/he must successfully obtain certification within one year of hire. Experience: A minimum of two years of coding experience in a physician's office or hospital setting is preferred. Skills: Must be knowledgeable in grouper mechanics, medical necessity,...

Functioning within the Health System' mission, values, objectives, procedures and policies, the Coder - Professional codes all physician office medical records as assigned by reviewing the entire medical record to determine if the documentation supports the code assignment as well as reviewing the chart for any specific regulations such as medical necessity Education: Must be currently enrolled in a Medical Coding Program. Licensure/Certification: Will consider candidate who is actively enrolled in certification program. To retain position, if individual without a current certification is hired into a Coder - Professional position, s/he must successfully obtain certification within one year of hire. Experience: Experience in Medical Office preferred Skills: Must demonstrate proficiency with reimbursement and MS-DRG's. Basic competency with Word and Excel is also required.