Hospital Inpatient Coder III

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

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Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Hospital Inpatient Coder III to assign ICD-9/ICD-10 codes for inpatient encounters with high accuracy, collaborating with physicians and clinical documentation partners to support billing and compliance.

The right candidate has 5 years of inpatient/outpatient coding in acute care, solid knowledge of MS-DRGs and medical terminology, and will participate in data extraction for reporting and quality outcomes and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment.
• Must complete coding proficiency evaluation; extensive knowledge of MS-DRGs, disease process, clinical pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• The Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter.
• Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository.

Skills

MS-DRGs knowledge

Inpatient/outpatient coding

Clinical documentation improvement

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

HIM abstracting system

Job description

Overview

Benefits

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be . We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs
• And more

Overview

Be inspired. Be valued. Belong. At Emory Healthcare

Benefits

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be . We provide:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs
• And more

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• The Hospital Inpatient Coder III uses clinical coding knowledge based on the Official Coding Conventions guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensures accuracy of DRGs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. Facilitates accurate data for patient acuity, severity of illness, and quality outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. 5 years inpatient and outpatient coding experience in an acute care environment.
• Must complete coding proficiency evaluation. Extensive knowledge and understanding of MS-DRGs, disease process, clinical pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, and medical terminology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks;

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting ; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation ; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.