CODER ABSTRACTOR-INPATIENT LEVEL III

White Plains Hospital Inc; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

White Plains Hospital Inc seeks a CodER Abstractor-Inpatient Level III to code and abstract inpatient records remotely. The role requires adherence to AHA guidelines and a quarterly accuracy rate of 95% or higher.

Responsibilities include physician queries, timely follow-up, and continuing education through hospital competency programs. The position is full-time, daytime hours, Monday through Friday, with pay per hour in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• High proficiency in ICD-10-CM/PCS and DRG assignment.
• Experience with HIM software systems (Epic, Solventum/3M, CloudMed, Iodine).
• AHIMA or AAPC certification required or on hire.

Responsibilities

• Codes and abstracts inpatient records with high specificity.
• Applies AHA coding guidelines for ICD-10-CM/PCS.
• Performs physician queries and ensures timely billing.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS

MS-DRG/APR-DRG

AHIMA/CPCH certification

Medical terminology

Education

High School

Associate Degree

Tools

Epic

3M Solventum

Job description

## CODER ABSTRACTOR-INPATIENT LEVEL IIIApply: Fully Remote: Remote New York: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR233566**City/State:**New York, New York**Department:**Health Information Management\\_5**Work Shift:**Day**Work Days:**MON-FRI**Scheduled Hours:**7 AM-3 PM**Hours Per Pay Period:**75**Pay Rate/Range:**$31.7810 - $47.6714/hrFor positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.**Job Summary** Coder Abstractor Inpatient Level III codes and abstracts medical records according to established guidelines; performs limited analysis, which includes validation of appropriate documentation substantiate coding. **Essential Functions*** Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.* Demonstrates ability to use all of HIM software including Solventum (Formerly 3M) 360 Encompass, EPIC, CloudMed, Iodine, and SmarterDx, etc.* Codes and abstracts to highest level of specificity.* Accurately apply AHA Coding guidelines as they pertain to ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS.* Adheres to quality and coding productivity standards set forth by Coding Manager. Must maintain a quarterly accuracy rate of 95% or higher.* Performs follow-up as necessary within timeframe set forth by Coding Manager. Follows escalation Policy to ensure timely billing.* Must perform physician queries as needed.* Completes annual department/hospital competency requirements in NetLearning.* Attends staff meetings or equivalent as requested/required to update knowledge related to current department/hospital issues and coding updates.* Maintains accreditations and attends education sessions arranged by the hospital.* Performs all other related duties as assigned.**Qualifications*** High School Required or* Associate Degree Preferred* 4-6 years 3-5 years of experience required. Required* Strong applied knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding, MS-DRG, APR-DRG, and ROM/SOI assignment and logic. (High proficiency)* Medical terminology and knowledge of anatomy and physiology required. (High proficiency)* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required. (Low proficiency)* AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist - American Health Information Management Association Upon Hire Required or* AAPC Certified Professional Biller - American Academy of Professional Coders Upon Hire Required* RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician - American Health Information Management Association Upon Hire Preferred or* RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator - American Health Information Management Association Preferred