3 outpatient complex coder jobs found

Job TitleHospital Inpatient Coder IIIJob DescriptionThe Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance.Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. Facilitates accurate data for patient acuity, severity of illness, and quality outcomes.Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent. 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment.Must complete coding proficiency evaluation. Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs, disease process, clinical pharmacology, anatomy and...

At Houston Methodist, the Inpatient Coder position is responsible for ensuring diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to inpatient encounters based upon documentation within the electronic medical record while maintaining compliance with established rules and regulatory guidelines. FLSA STATUS Non-exempt QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION Associate’s degree or higher in a CAHIIM accredited program or additional two years of experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below) in lieu of degree EXPERIENCE One year of relevant inpatient coding experience or successful completion of the Houston Methodist Coding Apprentice Program or Outpatient to Inpatient Coder Transition Program LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required Must have one of the following: • RHIT - Certified Health Information Technician (AHIMA) • RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator (AHIMA) • CCS - Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA)...

Job TitleHospital Inpatient Coder IIIJob DescriptionThe Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance.Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. Facilitates accurate data for patient acuity, severity of illness, and quality outcomes.Minimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent. 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment.Must complete coding proficiency evaluation. Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs, disease process, clinical pharmacology, anatomy and...