HIM Validator (Coder)

IPRO; Jericho (NY); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

IPRO is seeking a HIM Validator (Coder) to ensure DRG assignments align with ICD-10-CM guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic regulations. This on-site role in Jericho, NY requires strong collaboration with physicians and hospital staff to maintain high coding accuracy and compliance.

The ideal candidate holds RHIA/RHIT/CCS certification with inpatient coding experience, plus ICD-10 certification. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualificações

• RHIA/RHIT/CCS certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or HIM preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year hospital inpatient coding experience required.
• ICD-10 certification is required.

Responsabilidades

• Ensure accurate DRG assignment per ICD-10-CM guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital staff to ensure coding accuracy and compliance.

Conhecimentos

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Coding/DRG validation

Independent work

Formação académica

RHIA/RHIT/CCS certification

Bachelor's degree preferred

Inpatient coding experience (1 year)

ICD-10 certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

In the HIM Validator (Coder) role, you will utilize your knowledge and expertise of the review program and coding guidelines to ensure that the assignment of coding/DRG is appropriate and consistent with ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting and AHA Coding Clinic regulations.

This position requires working on-site at the Jericho, NY office.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to relate effectively to physicians, senior medical, nursing and administrative personnel.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Technical knowledge of coding and DRG validation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Education & Experience

• Licensed Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration or health information management preferred.
• One (1) year of hospital experience in the abstracting and coding of inpatient medical records required.
• ICD-10 certification, required.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. The annualized salary range for this position is $65,000.00 – $75,000.00. Actual salary range and/or hourly rate depends on a variety of factors including experience, education, credentials, location, and budget.

The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

IPRO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or military status, or any other category protected under applicable law.