Hospital Medical Coder (ICD-10/DRG) – Day Shift

Olmsted Medical Center; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 51,106 - 76,629; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer Paid Short-Term Disability

Employer Paid Long-Term Disability

Adoption Assistance Plan

Job summary

Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester, MN seeks a Medical Coding Specialist for 1.0 FTE daytime shift. Starting pay ranges from $24.57 to $36.86 per hour, depending on experience.

The role involves assigning ICD-10, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS, modifiers and CPT codes, using DRG and APC groupers, and monitoring payer guidelines to ensure accurate reimbursement. A strong coding background and RHIT or CPC certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required.
• RHIT or CPC certification or accreditation preferred.
• One year coding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assigns ICD-10, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS, modifiers, and CPT codes.
• Utilizes DRG and APC groupers and other software to ensure optimal reimbursement.
• Assists in data collection for concurrent chart reviews on admissions.
• Keeps current with payer guidelines by reviewing monthly bulletins.
• Monitors documentation timeliness to identify areas for improvement.
• Assists in monitoring pre-claim edit data to ensure correct claims are billed.
• Manages work list for denials and insurance inquiries.
• Works on departmental reports as assigned.
• Attends training to stay current with coding guidelines.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

RHIT or CPC certification or accreditation

Tools

DRG grouper

APC grouper

Job description

Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester, MN seeks a Medical Coding Specialist for 1.0 FTE daytime shift. Starting pay ranges from $24.57 to $36.86 per hour, depending on experience.

The role involves assigning ICD-10, ICD-10-PCS, HCPCS, modifiers and CPT codes, using DRG and APC groupers, and monitoring payer guidelines to ensure accurate reimbursement. A strong coding background and RHIT or CPC certification are preferred.