Overview FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.
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At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes a free gym membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers, educational assistance programs through FirstU, exclusive employee discounts via PerkSpot, and a competitive retirement savings plan with employer matching. Join us and help make FirstHealth the best place to work in healthcare!
Position Overview: The Clinical Coding Specialist III thoroughly reviews patient medical records to accurately code diagnoses and procedures, verifies supporting documentation, assists with medical record audits, and stays current with coding regulations, including ICD and CPT updates. This role also serves as backup for coding, billing, and auditing tasks.
Responsibilities Code complex inpatient records accurately.
Demonstrate proficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Identify principal diagnosis and appropriate MS-DRG.
Complete coding of records, including secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-PCS.
Write compliant coding queries.
Qualifications Degree in HIM; RHIA or RHIT preferred; CCS required.
At least 4 years of hospital coding experience, including 2 years inpatient.
Experience in DRG validation or chart auditing preferred.
Thorough knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
Minimum 90% score on competency assessment.
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of regulatory documentation requirements (e.g., DNV, Joint Commission).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, decision-making ability.
Self-motivated with a good understanding of prospective payment systems.
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in computerized coding tools and Windows environment.
Working Conditions Primary office setting with minimal conversation to maintain concentration.
Physical Requirements Ability to sit for long periods.
Good visual acuity and numerical perception.
Excellent communication skills.
Motor coordination for computer operation.
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