Coder/Abstractor CCS Health Information Mgt, PRN Days

El Paso Children's Hospital; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

El Paso Children's Hospital seeks a Coder/Abstractor CCS for PRN days. The role involves accurately coding and abstracting inpatient and outpatient records, maintaining compliance with coding guidelines, and improving service methodologies. Candidates should have a CCS certification and relevant coding experience.

Benefits

Major Medical Health Benefits Plan

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Onsite Employee Gym

Qualifications

• Two years hospital outpatient coding experience required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Code, sequence, and abstract medical records accurately.
• Analyze code assignment for optimal reimbursement.
• Perform queries to clarify physician documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of Health Information Systems

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Coder/Abstractor CCS Health Information Mgt, PRN Days

Tracking Code 4854-029 Job Description

The Coder/Abstractor, CCS accurately codes, sequences and abstracts inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department records according to ICD-9-CM and CPT coding guidelines. Analyzes code assignment for correct ORG calculation to achieve optimal and timely reimbursement Abstracts medical record information into hospital database and registries for statistical quality data and fiscal reporting. Queries physician for clarification of documentation. Performs duties within approved practices, exercising independent judgment within pre-determined guidelines.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of Health Information Systems practices, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems.
• Ability to seek out new methods and principles to improve services.
• Ability to utilize verbal and written communication skills effectively.

Required Experience

Work Experience:

Two year hospital outpatient coding experience required; Inpatient coding experience preferred.

License/Registration/Certification:

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.

Education and Training:

High School diploma or equivalent.

BENEFITS:

• Major Medical Health Benefits Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Leaves of Absences
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to covered employee parking
• Onsite Employee Gym
• Onsite Coffee Shop & Bistro
• Onsite Cafeteria & Gift Shop Employee Discounts

Job Location El Paso, Texas, United States Position Type PRN

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