RESPONSIBILITIES
I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Ensures consistent and accurate coding and charging of emergency department (ED) and outpatient accounts through a thorough review of conditions and procedures as documented by qualified health 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 Professional Coder (CPC) by the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
o Certified Coding Associate (CCA) by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)
o Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) by AHIMA
o Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) by AHIMA
• Coursework and/or demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathology.
B. EXPERIENCE:
• One (1) year facility coding experience.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and other compliance regulations pertaining to handling of patient records.
• Familiarity with using and navigating electronic health records, computer-assisted coding software, and facility charge capture applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet