Houston Methodist is seeking an Inpatient Coder to ensure diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to inpatient encounters based on documentation in the electronic medical record. The role supports compliance with established rules and regulatory guidelines and contributes to coding quality, abstracting accuracy, and timely account processing.
Key responsibilities include:
- Reviewing inpatient medical record documentation and assigning accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes
- Abstracting data into the encoder and EPIC/EHR systems
- Determining principal or final diagnosis, co-morbid conditions, complications, secondary conditions, and procedures
- Initiating physician queries when diagnoses or procedures need clarification
- Maintaining coding quality, productivity, and turnaround standards
- Supporting accounts receivable goals tied to uncoded accounts
- Participating in coding meetings, education, and quality improvement efforts
- Adhering to AHIMA ethical coding standards and official coding guidelines
Requirements & Qualifications
Education
- Associate’s degree or higher in a CAHIIM-accredited program, or an additional two years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
Experience
- One year of relevant inpatient coding experience, or successful completion of the Houston Methodist Coding Apprentice Program or Outpatient to Inpatient Coder Transition Program
Licenses and Certifications
Must have one of the following:
- RHIT (Certified Health Information Technician, AHIMA)
- RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator, AHIMA)
- CCS (Certified Coding Specialist, AHIMA)
Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of coding classification systems, DRG and APC systems, official coding guidelines, and coding compliance
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Familiarity with electronic medical records and imaging systems preferred
- Proficiency with electronic encoder applications preferred
- Strong PC skills and ability to work with office software, coding software, and abstracting systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers
Location
Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
1 month ago
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