Under the general direction of the Coding Supervisor of Health Information Management Services, this position is responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient visits and specialty outpatient surgery/observation visits based on physician documentation in the medical record.
The role collaborates with Clinical Documentation Specialists to ensure documentation supports accurate diagnostic and procedural coding. Accurate coding/abstracting and correct DRG or APC assignment are expected while following current coding classification systems and AHIMA Standards for Ethical Coding.
The position also includes follow-up on outstanding accounts for billing and must comply with Premier Health Partners HIMS policies and procedures.
Education
- Associate degree in Health Information Management
- Proof of completion of an ICD-10 course required
Certification
- RHIT, RHIA, or CCS required
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of inpatient coding or outpatient experience under the Prospective Payment System
- Demonstrated competence using documentation enhancement and DRG management principles
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Data entry skills and proficiency using a keyboard
Skills and abilities
- Score of 80% or higher on the Inpatient Coding test
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective oral and written communication
- Self-control, tact, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility
Location
Ohio, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Associate
Remote work allowed
No
Posted
2 weeks ago