Hunt Regional Healthcare
Greenville, TX, USA
POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for accurately coding at least one main outpatient work type accounts (Observation, Same Day Surgery, and/or ER) as well as assisting with the coding of other outpatient work types as needed. All accounts should be completed within 5 days following discharge. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Required: Completion of college level course work in Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology. Preferred: Minimum education level of Associates Degree. Minimum Work Experience Required: A minimum of two (2) years coding experience in an acute care hospital. Required Licenses/Certifications Required: CCA credentials (Certified Coding Associate) or CPC credentials (Certified Professional Coder) Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Required: A through working knowledge of Medicare billing rules, regulations and local medical review policies as they impact reimbursement under APCs and DRGs. Preferred Qualification...