Nathan Littauer Hospital
Gloversville, NY, USA
JOB TITLE: Coder | DEPARTMENT: Health Information Management
Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, assigns diagnostic, procedural, & E&M codes to patient medical records. Codes charts under the ICDCM, PCS and HCPCS Systems related to patient’s visit in order to provide statistical, payment, and DRG assignments. Abstracts required data into hospital abstracting system and assigns codes and charges based on documentation. Responsible for accurate charge capture and coding to support timely billing and hospital reimbursement. Coder must work in a self-directed, team environment, to keep revenue cycle performance current.
Minimum Education
Equivalent to an associate’s degree in medical information technology (with college level courses in anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, ICDCM coding, and prospective payment) required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
College level course in Anatomy & Physiology...