This job performs thorough medical record review to abstract medical and demographic data, interpret and apply diagnoses and procedures utilizing ICD and CPT coding systems and assists in decreasing the average accounts receivable days.
The role includes reviewing and interpreting medical information, physician treatment plans, courses, and outcomes to determine appropriate ICD-10 CM/CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures. It also involves abstracting data elements to satisfy statistical requests by hospitals, health systems, medical staff, etc., entering all coded/abstracted information into designated systems, and ensuring efficient management of medical information and cash flow related to unbilled coding reports. Staying informed on changes and updates in ICD-10 CM/CPT guidelines through training and coding clinics is essential. Additional duties may be assigned as required.
- High School/GED
- Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- 1 year of hospital and/or physician coding experience
- 1 year coding at mid-level facilities or clinics
- 1 year coding major surgeries, observations, and/or E/Ms
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Strong data entry skills
- Understanding of computer applications
- Ability to work with members of the healthcare team
- One or more of the following certifications:
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA)
- Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P)
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
- CPC-A Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice
Preferred:
- Associate's Degree in Health Information Management or related field
Location
N/A
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago