Certified Coder I

JOB SUMMARY
- Assign ICD-10-CM, PCS, and/or CPT codes to records of discharged patients, depending on the type of visit. Assign appropriate DRG to IP visits.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum Education
  - High school or equivalent
- Minimum Work Experience
  - 1 year
- Required Licenses/Certifications
  - Certified coding specialist must have any of the following certifications:
    - CPC
    - COC
    - CIC
    - COC-P
    - CPC-A
    - CCS
- Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  - Compile and analyze reports
  - Compile statistics
  - Compose letters/memorandums
  - Coordinate meetings
  - Generate reports
  - Input data into computer programs
  - Maintain filing systems
  - Maintain logs
  - Maintains manuals
  - Research information
- Designated Driver
  - No
- OSHA Category
  - 3 - Low Risk