Codes diagnoses and procedures of patient records and abstracts information for reimbursement, research, and to generate statistical data. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities:
- Codes diagnoses and procedures of records.
- Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement, daily operations, medical staff, and regulatory agencies.
- Serves as a resource to physicians, physician office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc.
- Completes assigned goals.
Experience: Minimum Required: Skill and proficiency in coding inpatient and outpatient (ancillary, emergency department, outpatient surgery, etc.) records utilizing ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 through 3 years' experience in an acute care facility.
Education: Minimum Required: Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately.
Training: Minimum Required: ICD-9-CM Coding, CPT-4 Coding.
Licensure: One of the following required: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).
- Minimum 3 years' experience coding inpatient and outpatient records in an acute care facility.
- Proficiency with ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding systems.
- Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
- Certification as CCS, RHIA, or RHIT required.
Location
Memphis, Tennessee, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago