Coder I (Inpatient) - Full Time - Days

AECOM; Arlington (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare company as an Inpatient Coder, working remotely with flexible hours. You'll be responsible for coding inpatient records and ensuring compliance with guidelines. This role offers a supportive environment and numerous benefits, including a 401k plan, PTO, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical and Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• 1 year of inpatient coding experience in acute care hospital setting required.
• Completion of hospital coding course/program from a recognized organization required.
• Licenses and certifications such as CCA or CPC upon hire required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and interprets health record documentation for code assignment.
• Maintains coding proficiency by keeping up-to-date on coding guidelines.
• Assigns/sequences ICD-10-CM and PCS codes per coding guidelines.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of ICD 10-CM and PCS Procedure Guidelines

Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree Health Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word)

Job description

**Coder I (Inpatient)**

_Are you looking for a rewarding career with a top-notch healthcare company? We are looking for qualified_ **Inpatient Coders** _like you to join our Texas Health Family_

**Work location:** Remote

**Work hours:** Flexible hours

**HIMS Coding Department Highlights:**

· 100% remote work

· Opportunity to learn Inpatient Coding

· Flexible hours/scheduling

· Terrific work/life balance

**Here’s What You Need**

**Education**

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent **REQUIRED** and

Other Completion of a hospital coding course/program from a nationally recognized organization (e.g. AHIMA, AAPC or ACDIS) OR completion of Texas Health Resource's Clinical Coding Apprenticeship Program **REQUIRED** or

Associate's Degree Health Information Technology **REQUIRED** or

Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administration **REQUIRED**

**Experience**

1 Year Inpatient coding experience in acute care hospital setting **REQUIRED**

**Licenses and Certifications**

CCA - Certified Coding Associate Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

COC - Certified Outpatient Coder Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

CPC - Certified Professional Coder Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

CCS - Certified Coding Specialist Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

Other CMC, CIC, CCDS, CDIP Upon Hire **REQUIRED** or

**Skills**

Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis to arrive at correct code assignment. Accurately distinguishes between symptoms and a true diagnosis. Applies knowledge of ICD 10-CM and PCS Procedure Guidelines. Able to read and interpret health record documentation relevant to coding, typically provided by a single provider. Keeps abreast of new developments in coding. Basic knowledge of automated encoding system and computer assisted coding methods. General knowledge of EHRs (electronic health record systems). Demonstrated ability to utilize decision tree logic to arrive at coding assignment.

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook and Word

**What You Will Do**

· Reviews and interprets health record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis/procedures that require code assignment for inpatient records.

· Demonstrates appropriate utilization of coding software: computer-assisted coding (CAC), electronic health record (EHR) and online coding reference material and/or other utilized technology.

· Assigns/sequences ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to selected medical records per Coding Guidelines, THR Coding Compliance Policies, CMS and other third party payers.

· Ability to identify the need for and to write accurate queries to providers to ensure appropriate documentation for accurate coding.

· Maintains adequate quality and production.

· Abstracts pertinent information from patient medical records.

· Correctly identifies and abstracts all physicians and disposition codes.

· Ability to communicate with and discuss DRG variances with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI)

· Maintains coding proficiency by keeping up-to-date on coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic.

· Completes all required training and education including any continuing education units (CEUs) as required for any credentials/certifications held and/or THR coding compliance requirements.

**Additional perks of being a Texas Heath Coder**

· Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

· A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

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