To be fully engaged in providing timely, complete, and accurate code assignment and data collection for quality clinical analysis and revenue enhancement.
Responsibilities include assigning and sequencing accurate ICD-10 codes to inpatient medical records in compliance with coding guidelines, validating codes assigned by computer-assisted coding software, interpreting clinical documentation to ensure accurate coding, ensuring MS-DRG, APR-DRG, SOI, and ROM compatibility, requesting provider clarifications as needed, abstracting relevant health record information accurately, confirming admission and registration status compatibility, professionally communicating discrepancies and coding issues, staying current with regulatory changes via mandatory education, maintaining coding quality and productivity, attending department meetings, recording time and attendance accurately, providing coverage during staffing needs, and maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- 4 years inpatient coding experience (or 8 years experience in lieu of certification)
- AHIMA or AAPC inpatient coding certification
- Competent understanding of medical terminology, advanced anatomy and physiology knowledge
- Critical thinking and logical decision-making skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent computer and telephone skills
- Detail and accuracy oriented
- Ability to work independently and manage workflow
Preferred Qualifications:
- 6 years inpatient coding experience
Physical Requirements:
- Mostly sitting or standing; occasional walking, bending, stooping
- Extended computer work
- Light lifting up to 20 pounds
- Variable workspace conditions including possible remote work
- Possible travel to facilities requiring use of personal vehicle
Health First values diversity and inclusion to build a strong, collaborative work environment fostering innovative results and connectedness to associates, customers, and communities.
- High School Diploma
- 4+ years inpatient coding experience
- AHIMA or AAPC inpatient coding certification, or 8 years coding experience in lieu
- Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology
- Strong critical thinking, decision-making
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Excellent computer skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work independently and manage workflow
Health First emphasizes diversity and inclusion for a supportive workplace culture fostering innovation and strong community connections.
Location
Florida, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
5 months ago