Job Description

Overview:

Summary:


Provides accurate assignment of ICD-10-CM, E/M, and CPT codes to medical records for the purpose of reimbursement, research, and regulatory compliance.

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Essential Functions:Analyzes medical records to assign appropriate codes. Reviews documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness. Enters coded data into electronic health records system. Participates in coding audits to maintain compliance with regulations. Continuously updates knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations.



Education Requirement:
As required by listed licensure and/or certification requirement.

Licensure Requirement:
(not specified)

Certifications:
RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCS, CCS-P, or COC, required.

Skills:

Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities and deadlines. Analytical and organizational skills a must for analyzing clinical information and data. Effective communication and interpersonal skills required with ability to work with physicians and other caregivers regarding coding issues.



Experience:

Previous professional coding experience with documented education in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, required. Pediatric coding and billing experience, preferred.



Physical Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking
FREQUENTLY: (none specified)
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near, Sitting

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above:
Ability to multi-task within a demanding environment.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"