Job Description

Overview:

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum 1 year coding experience in an acute care facility



Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding conventions (ICD 10 - CM/PC, CPT, and HCPCS), and CMS coding requirements



Computer proficiency, ability to research coding questions and utilize educational resources required

Licensure, Registration, Certification:

Credentialed through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) in one of the following:

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

OR



Credentialed through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) in one of the following:

Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Desired Qualifications:

Associate degree


Responsibilities:

Assigns and sequences code for complex inpatient, outpatient, and surgery accounts according to established regulatory guidelines, industry best practices, and IH policies and procedures.