Coder Abstractor-Inpatient I - Hybrid

About the position

Responsible for collecting, coding and recording accurate and complete patient care data from inpatient discharges to assure optimum and timely financial reimbursement and statistical reporting. Applies knowledge of specialized information specific to coding and medical terminology commensurate with coding guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Collect, code, and record patient care data from inpatient discharges.
• Ensure accurate and complete data for financial reimbursement and statistical reporting.
• Apply knowledge of coding guidelines and medical terminology.
• Safeguard patient records and ensure compliance with HIPAA standards.

Requirements

• Associate's degree required or Bachelor's degree required.
• RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) and CCS or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) and CCS (Certified Coding Specialist).
• Minimum 2 years' experience coding inpatient records.
• Proficiency in technology usage, including 3M encoder.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathology of disease processes and medical terminology.
• Current knowledge of ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and AHA's Coding Clinic.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems, guidelines, and conventions.
• Organized, flexible, and highly motivated with the ability to keep abreast of changing regulations and guidelines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in Cerner is a plus.
• Minimum 2 years coding experience in an acute care hospital setting.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign on bonus!