Health Information Coder: Precise Medical Coding & Data Quality

United States Digital Space LLC; Markham; On-site; CAD 44,083 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

the company is a leading Ontario health organization providing patient-centered care across Markham and surrounding areas. The Health Information Coders are responsible for accurate coding and abstracting of inpatient discharges (DAD) and ambulatory visits (NACRS) from electronic charts in compliance with CIHI and MOH requirements.

Regular chart reviews and physician engagement are essential to ensure successful coding outcomes, with a focus on data quality and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved health information management program with eligibility for CHIMA membership.
• Proven knowledge of ICD-10/CCI, CIHI Coding and Abstracting Standards, CMG, CACS, HIG grouping methodologies and MIS Functional Centres.
• Minimum of 2 years in an acute hospital DAD/NACRS coding and abstracting.
• Experience with Med2020 and 3M-Computer Assisted Coding Systems is an asset.
• Proven knowledge of Ontario Hospital Funding Reform including HBAM and QBP.
• Attention to detail with high data quality.

Responsibilities

• Code and abstract health information for acute inpatient discharges (DAD) and ambulatory visits (NACRS).
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of coding per CIHI and MOH requirements.
• Participate in data quality and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engage with physicians to ensure accurate chart reviews and coding.

Skills

ICD-10/CCI coding

CIHI standards

DAD/NACRS coding

Med2020

3M CAC System

Meditech

MS Office

attention to detail

Education

Health Information Management program

Tools

Med2020

3M-Computer Assisted Coding

Job description

the company is a leading Ontario health organization providing patient-centered care across Markham and surrounding areas. The Health Information Coders are responsible for accurate coding and abstracting of inpatient discharges (DAD) and ambulatory visits (NACRS) from electronic charts in compliance with CIHI and MOH requirements.

Regular chart reviews and physician engagement are essential to ensure successful coding outcomes, with a focus on data quality and continuous improvement initiatives