CODER (CERT)

AAPC; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. in King of Prussia, PA, seeks a Healthcare Coding Specialist to perform ICD-10 coding for inpatient charts and support the Health Information Management team. The role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and familiarity with AHIMA guidelines.

You will compile medical records, assist with documentation, and ensure compliant coding practices across departments. CCS/CCA/RHIA/RHIT certifications and 1 year inpatient coding experience are preferred; high school diploma

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred.
• One year inpatient coding experience.
• CCS, CCA, RHIA, RHIT certifications preferred; certified coder required.
• Proficient in ICD-10-CM coding, record-keeping, and basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Code charts in accordance with ICD-10 guidelines and AHA coding rules.
• Support Health Information Management with clerical and technical tasks.
• Assemble medical records and perform daily HIM duties.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

Time management

Medical terminology

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Job description

Healthcare Coding Specialist

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

Position Summary

Responsible for timely coding charts in accordance with the current principles of ICD-10 and AHA coding guidelines. Supports the Health Information Services Department through a variety of clerical, technical, and related support services Assembles medical records and perform other daily duties within the Health Information Management Services department as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Training: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associates degree preferred

Experience: One-year (1) year experience in inpatient coding experience.

Licensure/Certification: CCS, CCA Certification from AHIMA, RHIA, RHIT Must be a Certified Coder.

Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in ICD-10-CM coding, filing, record-keeping, and basic computer skills. Knowledgeable of general medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and psychiatric terms and diagnosis. Skills in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation Excellent time management and organizational skills. Must demonstrate a professional and personal demeanor with customers on a daily basis. Knowledge of State/Federal and HIPAA laws pertaining to patient confidentiality and release of protected health information.