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

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.
• Infrequent: walking, stooping/bending, reaching at and below shoulder level.

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 Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet

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