ICD-10 CODER-DRG/APC SPEC

Premier Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health is seeking an ICD-10 Coder-DRG/APC Specialist for the Health Information Management team in Dayton, OH. The role supports inpatient and selected outpatient surgery/observation coding based on physician documentation, ensuring accurate DRG or APC assignment.

Qualified candidates will have an Associate Degree in Health Information Management, proof of an ICD-10 course, and RHIT/RHIA/CCS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Health Information Management. Proof of ICD-10 course required.
• RHIT, RHIA, or CCS certification required.
• Minimum of one year inpatient or outpatient coding experience under PPS.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and data entry; proficient keyboard use.

Responsibilities

• Code and abstract inpatient visits and select outpatient procedures based on physician documentation.
• Collaborate with Clinical Documentation Specialists to ensure accurate documentation and DRG/APC assignments.
• Follow up on outstanding accounts for billing and ensure compliance with HIMS policies and Joint Commission standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Management

Job description

ICD-10 CODER-DRG/APC SPEC

Health Information Management

Full-time / 8A-4:30P / 80 Hours Per Pay

System Support- MVH

Under the general direction of the Coding Supervisor of Health Information Management Services, this employee is responsible for the coding and abstracting of all Inpatient visits or Specialty Outpatient Surgery/Observation visits or both based on physician documentation in the Medical Record. He/she is responsible for collaborating with the Clinical Documentation Specialists to ensure appropriate documentation to validate accurate diagnostic and procedural information on each inpatient record. Accurate coding/abstracting and correct DRG or APC assignment is expected while adhering to the guidelines of the current coding classification systems and AHIMA's Standards for Ethical Coding. He/She is also responsible for following up on outstanding accounts for billing. All work is carried out in accordance with The Joint Commission on Accreditation of the Healthcare Organizations and Premier Health Partners HIMS approved policies and procedures

Education

Associate Degree in Health Information Management. Proof of completion of an ICD-10 course required.

Certification

RHIT or RHIA or CCS required

Experience

Minimum of one year of inpatient coding or Outpatient experience under Prospective Payment System and demonstration of competence using documentation enhancement/DRG management principles. Knowledge of medical terminology, data entry skills, and familiar with use of keyboard.

Skills/Other

A score of 80% or higher on the Inpatient Coding test. Good interpersonal skill and communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Effective oral and written communication. Self-control, tact, sound judgment, diplomacy, and flexibility.