Coder 2

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is seeking a proficient Coder 2 to classify and abstract inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures, assigning ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS and CPT codes for optimal reimbursement.

The role requires 2+ years of professional coding experience in an acute care hospital, with encoder experience, and a strong focus on detail and confidentiality. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential to ensure accurate coding and quality patient care.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or its equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional coding experience in an acute care hospital with encoder experience.
• Proficient in detailed work.
• Maintain a professional image handling confidential patient information.
• Excellent written and oral communication to interact with physicians, other health care workers, administration and health information staff.
• Team oriented.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for your performance.
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience.
• Take initiative for your professional growth.
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team.

Skills

Detailed work

Communication skills

Team oriented

Confidential handling

Education

High school graduate

Tools

Encoder

Job description

Hours of Work :
8-4:30
Days Of Week :
M-F
Work Shift :

Job Description :

Your Job:

In this highly technical and fast-paced position, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Coder 2 classifies and abstracts inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures, which are assigned appropriate ICD10-CM, ICD10 PCS and/or CPT codes for optimal reimbursement. They establish an accurate database for case mix indices which provide statistical reporting and trend analysis. The Coder 2 is proficient in coding DRG based records as well as all other payers.

Your Job Requirements:

• High schoolgraduate or its equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of profee coding experience in an acute care hospital with experience using an encoder
• Proficient in detailed work
• Maintain a professional image in handling confidential patient information
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to interact with physicians, other health care workers, the general public, administration, and health information management staff
• Team oriented

Your Job Responsibilities:

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• - Magnet®-designated hospital
• - 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023
• - Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• - Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
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