Medical Coder I- Inpatient Acute Care Coding

MedStar Health; Colombia; Presencial; COP 40.000.000 - 80.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated coding specialist to join their team. This role involves coding and abstracting inpatient records using ICD-10-CM and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and basic computer proficiency, along with a commitment to maintaining credentials and continuing education. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to quality improvement, this opportunity offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Formación

• CCS required within 1 year from date of hire.
• RHIT and RHIA preferred certifications.

Responsabilidades

• Contribute to department goals and adhere to policies and regulations.
• Abstract and ensure accuracy of diagnoses and procedures.
• Review medical records and assign correct codes.

Conocimientos

Verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree in coding

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-CM, and ICD-PCS

Herramientas

3M grouper

Electronic medical records

Computer-assisted coding

Descripción del empleo

General Summary of Position
Codes and abstracts primarily inpatient records using ICD-10-CM and other applicable patient classification schemes.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Associate's degree in coding or Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred
• Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-CM, and ICD-PCS required

Experience

• Experience with clinical information systems (e.g., 3M grouper, electronic medical records, computer-assisted coding) and coding experience

Licenses and Certifications

• CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) required within 1 year from date of hire
• RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) preferred
• RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Contribute to department goals and adhere to policies, procedures, quality, and safety standards. Comply with regulations.
2. Abstract and ensure accuracy of diagnoses, procedures, patient demographics, and other data.
3. Follow all compliance regulations and complete annual compliance education.
4. Maintain continuing education and credentials as required.
5. Contact physicians for clarification when needed, following the MedStar Coding Query Policy.
6. Meet quality and productivity standards as defined by policies.
7. Resolve all quality reviews timely, including medical necessity reviews and external vendor reviews.
8. Review medical records, assign correct codes using standard guidelines and automated software, and determine diagnoses sequence and DRGs.
9. Exhibit knowledge of the 3M system and related equipment.
10. Participate in meetings, committees, and community outreach.
11. Engage in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

This position has a hiring range of $28.20 - $44.83.