Huntsville Hospital Health System

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>A coder 1 is responsible for utilizing coding policies and procedures in evaluating the diagnostic information within the medical record for determination of accurate APC assignment for reimbursement of services rendered and for verifying/abstracting clinical information into the organization's health database.&nbsp; A coder also makes medical necessity determinations for Medicare and Medicaid out-patient testing utilizing the appropriate software.</p>
<p>A coder 1 functions under the direct authority and supervision of the Coding Supervisor and Director of Health Information Management.</p>
<p>Some of the many skills performed</p>
<p>Coding of diagnoses for ancillary outpatient services, i.e. Laboratory, Diagnostic Imaging, PFT, etc</p>
<h2>Qualifications</h2>
<p>EDUCATION:</p>
<ul>
<li>High school graduate or equivalent</li>
<li>1 - 2 years of experience in a health care setting</li>
</ul>
<p>LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:</p>
<ul>
<li>RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CPC-H certification preferred</li>
<li>Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of employment</li>
</ul>
<h2>About Us</h2>
<p>Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.</p>
<p><strong>Marshall Medical Centers</strong>, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.</p>
<p><strong>Marshall Medical Center South</strong> is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. <strong>Marshall Medical Center North</strong>, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.</p>
<p>Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.</p>


Coder I Certified, Marshall Professional Center, Full-time, Days

Coder I Certified, Marshall Professional Center, Full-time, Days

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