South Central Regional Medical Center
Laurel, MS, USA
SCRMC Clinic Coder
JOB SUMMARY To abstract and code ICD-9-CM required by CPHA Type II abstracts from each dismissed patient's medical record, according to CPHA procedures and standards and the needs of the Medical Records Department, the administration, medical staff, etc.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent. AAPC, AHIMA Certified Coder, CPC preferred
Minimum Work Experience One (1) year of professional services coding experience or three (3) years of verifiable professional coding experience. Good understanding of medical terminology & capability of applying governing regulations of coding. Must be able to type 45 wpm.
Required Skills Highly organized. High attention to detail and accuracy.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS Understanding of ICD-9-CM and CPT-4. Thorough knowledge of classification and nomenclature, anatomy, medical terminology, and medical records procedures and practices. Work is sedentary in nature; however, the ability to stand...