Coding services assign diagnosis and procedure codes to inpatient and outpatient medical records to support reimbursement and data collection for OSU Health System business units.
The role codes medical records and related documents at the conclusion of the patient visit. It requires selecting accurate admitting, principal, and secondary diagnoses and procedures; assigning ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes; sequencing codes correctly; and abstracting key encounter data such as admission source, disposition, and attending physicians.
Codes are selected in computer-assisted coding/encoder software after review of the electronic medical record in IHIS. Coded and abstracted data is interfaced to the Resolute Billing system, and the coder is responsible for resolving edits to ensure complete and accurate coding, MS-DRG/APR-DRG assignment, and proper reimbursement.
The position also requires maintaining productivity and quality standards, following an approved work schedule, and submitting a weekly volume log.
- Completion of a CAHIIM-approved coding certificate program, HIMT program, or equivalent education and experience
- Demonstrated coding proficiency through completion of OSUWMC’s coding test
- Familiarity with computer-assisted coding and/or automated encoder software
- Associate’s degree in Health Information Management and at least 1 year of outpatient coding experience using ICD-10-CM and CPT for emergency, outpatient, ambulatory surgery, observation, and series/clinics; or
- 3 years of acute care academic medical center outpatient coding experience in an academic Health Information Management department
- Credentialed as RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or COC (outpatient credential only)
- Ability to code at least four outpatient service types for promotion consideration
- Ongoing continuing education to maintain AHIMA or AAPC requirements
- Maintain a minimum score of 90% on coding assessments
Location
Ohio, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
2 weeks ago