Performs coding/DRG and abstracting functions for medical records, quality assessment and billing purposes. Codes all Huntsville Hospital medical records with ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes. Abstracts key data elements according to medical record review criteria. Performs coding quality assurance as needed.
HS/GED required. Prefer post high school education in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
Requires CCS certification (Certified Coding Specialist).
ICD-10-CM/PCS or CPT coding experience in hospital or physician's office preferred.
Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to use computer, word processing and spreadsheet software, fax machine, and copy machine.
Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with a specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. It is a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, employees can continually grow their skillset.
The hospital offers a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and a Nurse Residency Program for new graduates. Benefits package includes childcare, health and wellness programs, onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and more.
Ask about incentives and additional opportunities.
Benefits for eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; on-site training and education opportunities; employee discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and more!
- HS/GED required.
- Prefer post high school education in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
- CCS certification (Certified Coding Specialist) required.
- ICD-10-CM/PCS or CPT coding experience in hospital or physician's office preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and prioritize tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Proficient in computer, word processing, spreadsheet software, fax machine, and copy machine.
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Short term and long term disability.
- Several retirement account options with 401K match.
- Nurse residency program.
- Tuition assistance and student loan reimbursement.
- On-site training and education opportunities.
- Childcare and health & wellness programs.
- Onsite employee pharmacy and free health clinic.
- Employee discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, events, and more.
Location
Alabama, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago