Coder I

Infirmary Health; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Infirmary Health in Mobile, AL is seeking an experienced medical coder to assign and sequence codes for complex outpatient accounts in accordance with regulatory guidelines and internal IH policies. The role may include assigning ED charges when required.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of acute care coding experience, knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT and CMS requirements, and strong research skills. A relevant certification such as RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CCA or CPC/CPC-A is preferred.

Qualifications

• One year of coding experience in an acute care facility.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology.
• Knowledge of coding conventions: ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS.
• Knowledge of CMS coding requirements.
• Proficient computer skills; ability to research coding questions and utilize educational resources.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CCA or CPC/CPC-A.
• Associate degree may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assigns and sequences code for complex outpatient accounts according to established regulatory guidelines, industry best practices, and IH policies and procedures. May also assign emergency department charges as needed.

Education

Associate degree

RHIT

RHIA

CCS

CCA

COC

CIC

CPC

CPC-A

Job description

Responsibilities

Assigns and sequences code for complex outpatient accounts according to established regulatory guidelines, industry best practices, and Infirmary Health (IH) policies and procedures. May also be required to assign emergency department charges, as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

1 year coding experience in an acute care facility

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology

Knowledge of coding conventions: ICD‑10‑CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS

Knowledge of CMS coding requirements

Proficient computer skills; ability to research coding questions and utilize educational resources required

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

One of the following:

Credentialed through American Health Information Management Association in one of the following:

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Coding Associate (CCA)

OR

Credentialed through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) in one of the following:

• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC, COC-A)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC, CPC-A)

Desired Qualifications:

Associate degree