Coder I, Full Time

Iredell Health System; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell Health System is seeking a skilled Coder/Abstractor to accurately code diagnoses and procedures for billing and statistics. This role codes outpatient and ER records, reviews medical necessity, and communicates with physicians when needed.

You will monitor unbilled reports and ensure timely coding while maintaining patient information security. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, RHIT or CCS credentials, and at least one year of medical record experience, with strong

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• RHIT or CCS required. Current AHIMA accreditation or certification.
• 1 year medical record experience, coding required.
• Excellent computer and typing skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology; anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to read handwriting; detail oriented; able to work independently.
• Ability to handle stress professionally; identify problems and improve processes.
• Must have eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Normal vision/hearing; no color-blindness.
• Must be able to distinguish letters and numbers.

Responsibilities

• Code all outpatient and ER records using ICD-9-CM and CPT.
• Review records for medical necessity; query physicians when needed.
• Monitor ER/outpatient unbilled reports to ensure timely coding.
• Maintain access to patient health information as required.

Skills

Typing skills

Medical terminology

Handwriting literacy

Detail orientation

Independent work

Stress management

Eye-hand coordination

Education

High School Diploma

RHIT or CCS (AHIMA)

Tools

Microfilm reader printers

Job description

The Coder/Abstractor accurately codes all diagnoses and procedures for correct billing and accurate statistical using ICD-9-CM and CPT nomenclatures. Also monitors and processes unbilled accounts and performs various computer-related tasks. Codes all outpatient and emergency room records using standard classification systems accurately and in a timely manner. Reviews records for medical necessity and queries physicians when necessary. Monitors ER and/or Outpatient unbilled report to maintain timely coding. Has full access to patient health information.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• RHIT or CCS required. Current accreditation or certification by AHIMA.
• 1-year Medical Record related experience, coding required.
• Excellent computer and typing skills required. Knowledge of all office equipment including microfilm reader printers.
• Knowledge of medical terminology. Anatomy and physiology and the various medical specialties.
• Ability to read various handwriting, detail oriented, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle stress in a mature and professional manner. Ability to identify problem situations and implement actions for improvement.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Requires normal vision/hearing range; absence of color-blindness.
• Must be able to distinguish letters and numbers.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Reports To

Lead Coder