Medical Coder 6

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Memphis is seeking a medical coder to code diagnoses and procedures of inpatient records. The role involves abstracting information for reimbursement and research purposes. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in coding inpatient records using ICD CM and CPT, with strong communication skills. This position requires proficiency in coding and acts as a vital resource for physicians and clinical staff while completing assigned goals.

Qualifications

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written and verbal format.
• Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in coding inpatient records in an acute care facility, 4 years preferred.
• Training in ICD-CM Diagnosis and Procedure Coding.

Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records pertaining to inpatient records.
• Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement and statistical purposes.
• Serves as a resource to physicians and clinical staff.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Legible writing

ICD CM coding

CPT coding

Job description

Overview

ob Summary: Codes diagnoses and procedures of inpatient records and abstracting information at defined facilities for reimbursement, research, and to generate statistical data. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records pertaining to inpatient records.
• Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement, statistical purposes for the daily operations, medical staff, and regulatory agencies.
• Serves as a resource to physicians, physician office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc.
• Completes assigned goals.

Purpose of Position and Scope of Responsibility Principal Accountabilities/Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Minimum Experience Skill and proficiency in coding inpatient records utilizing ICD CM and CPT through a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute care facility, 4 years preferred.

Minimum Training ICD-CM Diagnosis and Procedure Coding.