INPATIENT CODER 2

Job Summary:

• Analyze medical records to assign appropriate diagnosis codes following coding guidelines.
• Analyze medical records to assign appropriate procedure codes following coding guidelines.
• Perform analysis of medical records to perform medical record abstraction.
• Assist in the hospital revenue cycle.
• Perform concurrent reviews of patient medical records to perform DRG reviews and documentation improvement as needed.
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Education:              
Completion of medical coding from an approved health information technology program, currently a Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Management (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

Experience:            
Minimum of one (1) year of coding experience .

Additional Skills/Abilities:              
Analytical skills; strong computer skills; ability to multitask; detail oriented; good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; working knowledge of medical terminology and pharmacology are necessary.