Ochsner Health
Louisiana, MO
Overview
This job reviews and accurately codes and abstracts the most complex hospital services, inpatient procedures, overnight/multi-night stay services, and all other complex medical services. The role utilizes appropriate coding guidelines to assign ICD and CPT codes, conforms to applicable Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payer guidelines to ensure accurate reimbursement, and collaborates with the Clinical Documentation Improvement team to ensure accurate DRG assignment. The coder works closely with management to resolve problems and meet deadlines.
Education
Required – High School diploma or equivalent.
Preferred – Completion of an American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) accredited coding program with certification.
Work Experience
Required – 3 years coding experience.
Certifications
Required – Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information...