Coding Associate, Certified (FT)

Highland District Hospital; Hillsboro (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Highland District Hospital located in Hillsboro, OH is hiring for a position focused on coding and managing health information records. Responsibilities include assigning and correcting codes, interacting with various departments, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have relevant certifications and an associate's degree in a related field, with strong communication skills and attention to detail being essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator, or Certified Coding Specialist.
• Associate's degree in a related field, or currently working toward the degree.
• If RHIT eligible, must pass the RHIT test within 6 months of hire date.
• Current AHIMA membership.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively with various personality types.
• Good organizational skills with an orientation to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes to records accurately.
• Interacts with various departments to address needs and requests.
• Assists with the medical record review process.
• Reviews and works on unbilled lists.

Skills

Registered Health Information Technician

Registered Health Information Administrator

Certified Coding Specialist

Good verbal communication skills

Good organizational skills

Ability to relate effectively with medical staff

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Hillsboro, OH 45133

Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes to inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory, and emergency department records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assigns/corrects ancillary department charges based on documentation in the medical record.
• Abstracts inpatient, outpatient, ambulatory and emergency department records into EMR system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Meets established quality and productivity standards.
• Interacts with other departments such as Business Office, Clinical Departments, Utilization Management, Quality Management, Social Services, etc. in response to educational needs, questions and requests.
• Assists with the medical record review process.
• Reviews and works unbilled list.
• Reviews and revises, as necessary, all returns from Business Office due to edit failures.
• Assists clerks, as needed.
• Checks charts into and out of the department utilizing the CPSI tracking system.
• Verifies charges per documentation in the record.
• Answers telephone and receives visitors in a pleasant and efficient manner.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Uses department computers in an appropriate and efficient manner.
• Abides by and adheres to all HDH Corporate Compliance Program initiatives and standards.
• Complies with HDH safety standards, policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator, or Certified Coding Specialist.
• Associate's degree in a related field, or currently working toward the degree.
• If RHIT eligible, must pass the RHIT test within 6 months of hire date.
• Current AHIMA membership.
• Good verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively with various personality types.
• Good organizational skills with an orientation to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to relate effectively with medical staff, clinical and nonclinical department personnel.
• Must coordinate efforts with coworkers to maximize productivity and quality of service.
• Must work in a safe manner.