At Houston Methodist, the Inpatient Coder position ensures diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to inpatient encounters based on documentation within the electronic medical record, maintaining compliance with rules and regulatory guidelines.
Educational requirements: Associate's degree or higher in a CAHIIM accredited program or additional two years of experience in lieu of degree.
Experience: One year of relevant inpatient coding experience or successful completion of Houston Methodist Coding Apprentice Program or Outpatient to Inpatient Coder Transition Program.
Required certifications: RHIT (Certified Health Information Technician), RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) from AHIMA.
Skills include proficiency in coding classification systems, DRG and APC systems, official coding guidelines and compliance, working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, electronic medical record systems, and coding software.
- Associate's degree or higher in a CAHIIM accredited program or additional two years of experience in lieu of degree
- One year of relevant inpatient coding experience or successful completion of Houston Methodist coding programs
- Must hold one of the following certifications: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS (AHIMA)
- Demonstrated skills and competencies to perform job safely
- Proficiency in English communication
- Knowledge of coding classification systems, DRG, APC, and compliance
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and imaging systems preferred
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Proficiency with electronic encoder application preferred
- Ability to use common office software and coding/abstracting systems
Location
Houston, Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago