Coder II

musc; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a coder/abstracter to assign accurate codes for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency services based on patient records.

You will apply ICD-10 and CPT guidelines and work within the Health Information Management Department, adhering to MUSC policies. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in health information technology or related field or 5 years coding experience.
• Coding certification (e.g., CPC, CCS) required.
• With Associate's degree, minimum of 2-3 years of experience in coding.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign codes for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency visits.
• Follow ICD-10 and CPT guidelines and AHIMA/AMA guidelines.
• Collaborate with HIM department and MUSC policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's degree in health information technology or related field

CPC, CCS certification

Tools

Coding software familiarity

Job description

Job Description Summary

Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Cost Center: CC002307 SYS - Hospital Coding

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Pay Grade: Health-25

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

Work Shift

Job Description

The coder/abstracter is responsible for accurate code assignment of all inpatient, outpatient, and emergency service diagnoses, procedures and conditions as indicated in the patient medical record. Classification systems include ICD-10 and CPT edition, and all coding is in accordance with official coding guidelines from the American Medical Association, the American Hospital Association, and the American Health Information Management Association. All work is carried out in accordance with the Health Information Management Department and MUSC approved policies and procedures

Additional Job Description

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in health information technology or related field or 5 years coding experience; coding certification (e.g., CPC, CCS) required.
• With Associate's degree, minimum of 2-3 years of experience in coding and familiarity with coding software.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-A, or other coding credential required

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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