Responsible for preparing statistical reports, coding diseases and operations according to accepted classification systems and maintaining indices according to established policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Acute inpatient experience required.
Education: Graduate as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) from an approved program by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
Experience: Minimum 3 years recent Inpatient and Outpatient coding experience required. Coders must have the ability to crossover between all coding types (IP, OP, ASC, ER) and maintain a 95% coding accuracy across the board. One to three years coding experience in an acute care settingincluding inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory surgery.
Technical Skills: Computer proficiency, analytical skills, ICD 9-CM/CPT coding knowledge
License/Certification: Credentialed as RHIT/RHIA or CCS required
Other: Demonstrated knowledge of coding procedures, extensive reimbursement system knowledge, written and verbal communication skills. Must possess excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.