Coding
Analyzes patient records to assign appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes.
Understands and utilize both ICD-9 and ICD-10 CM and CPT hospital coding principles.
Follows compliance policies in order to code to the highest ethical/ legal degree.
Searches through notes on symptoms, history and physical reports, operative notes, pathology reports, and doctor orders to identify final diagnoses.
Utilizes available reference material to assure accurate hospital code assignment.
Codes records according to established hospital protocol.
Notifies supervisor that rebilling is required when a coding change (after finalization of an abstract) causes the DRG or APC to change.
Documents selected codes on face sheets.
Researches Error Log items and discover source of the issue.
Required
Certification in coding such as Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Associate (CCA) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or comparable certification.
Two or more years of professional inpatient/outpatient coding experience.
Preferred
Critical Access Hospital experience preferred
Hours per week:
40
Employee Status:
Regular Full Time
Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Pay Range:
$23.00 - $40.25
Compensation: New hires should expect to start at the lower end of the range; actual pay offered will vary based on years of experience.
Employee Benefits
Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement options (403(b) & 457). Medical insurance coverage begins on day one and is available to both full time and part time employees. Additionally, employees receive discounts on medical services provided by Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics. Differentials apply for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Our unique PTO plan enables employees to increase their accrual with each year of service!