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Summary: Assures data quality by coding and sequencing diagnoses, treatments and procedures for optimal reimbursement and validating key data elements for accurate statistics.
A two year degree in Health Information Technology or four year degree in Health Information Management required.
Previous experience in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding in an acute care setting is preferred. Previous EPIC, Optum, & SMART software experience preferred.
One AHIMA recognized credential, RHIT, RHIA, or CCS (eligible) required. Successful completion of certification exam within 18 months of hire date required.
Can proficiently code charts from primarily one setting (inpatient or outpatient). Developed knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology. UHDDS coding and reporting guidelines and ability to apply. Basic computer literacy and familiarity with the keyboard.
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care Organization Unit: Coding Services Work Type: Full Time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: LENOIR MEM Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.