divh2Medical Coder/h2pOur hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of those living with disabling injuries and illnesses. We distinguish ourselves through our commitment to excellence, to our patients, to our employees, and to the communities we serve./ppThe Medical Coder reviews and assigns diagnostic and procedure codes to patient records for reimbursement and data purposes, in keeping with state and federal regulations. This position must integrate company values into daily practice./ppEssential Functions Include:/pulliAssigns codes using the International Classification of Disease-10th Revision-Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM)./liliEnsures codes are accurate and sequenced correctly in accordance with government and insurance regulations./liliMaintains a 95% threshold for coding accuracy./liliReceives and reviews patient charts and documents for accuracy. Identifies discrepancies and follows up with the provider on any documentation that is insufficient or unclear./liliQueries physician for clarification and diagnostic details as needed for accuracy and specificity in coding./liliRemains up-to-date and knowledgeable of coding and diagnostic procedures and remains current on federal legislative changes./liliComplies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), to protect patient confidentiality./li/ulpMinimum Job Requirements/ppMinimal Education Experience:/pulli3 years medical coding experience OR Coding certification (AHIMA or AAPC) required./liliRehabilitation coding experience preferred./liliAssociates degree in related field preferred./li/ulpRequired Knowledge, Skills Abilities/pulliCurrent knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulations, protocols, and third party payer requirements regarding coding and billing./liliWorking knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology./liliKnowledge of state and federal regulatory guidelines for reimbursement in the prospective payment system to interface with physicians./li/ulpPhysical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift/pulliA significant amount of sitting and reaching./liliLifting/exerting of up to 10 lbs./liliSufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard./liliClose vision and the ability to adjust focus./liliAbility to hear overhead pages./li/ul/div