OUTPATIENT CODER 2 (12176)

Outpatient Coder 2

Cullman Regional Medical Center - Cullman, AL 35056

Overview

Position Type Full Time Job Shift Any Category Health Care

Description

Job Summary:

• Analyze medical records to assign appropriate diagnosis codes following coding guideline.
• Analyze medical records to assign appropriate procedure codes following coding guidelines.
• Perform analysis of medical records to perform medical record abstraction.
• Assist in the hospital revenue cycle.
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

Education: Completion of medical coding from an approved health information technology program, currently a Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Management (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

Experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience.

Additional Skills/Abilities: Analytical skills; strong computer skills; the ability to multi-task; detail oriented; good written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; and working knowledge of medical terminology and pharmacology.