INPATIENT CODER 2 (14056)

Cullman Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cullman Regional Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a hospital coder to analyze medical records for diagnosis and procedure codes, and to perform medical record abstraction.

The role supports the revenue cycle and documentation improvement initiatives while upholding patient safety and service quality. The ideal candidate has completed a medical coding program and holds or is pursuing certifications such as CCA, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA, with at least one year of coding experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved medical coding program.
• Current coding certifications (CCA/CCS/RHIT/RHIA) or eligibility.
• Minimum 1 year of coding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records to assign diagnosis codes per guidelines.
• Analyze records to assign procedure codes per guidelines.
• Perform medical record abstraction.
• Assist in hospital revenue cycle activities.
• Conduct concurrent DRG reviews and documentation improvement as needed.
• Promote patient safety and high-quality service; support teamwork.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong computer skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

Medical coding program completion

Certifications: CCA, CCS, RHIT, RHIA

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Cullman Regional Medical Center - Cullman, AL 35056, Position Type: Full Time, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Health Care

Job Summary

• Analyze medical records to assign appropriate diagnosis codes following coding guidelines.
• Analyze medical records to assign appropriate procedure codes following coding guidelines.
• Perform analysis of medical records to perform medical record abstraction.
• Assist in the hospital revenue cycle.
• Perform concurrent reviews of patient medical records to perform DRG reviews and documentation improvement as needed.
• Demonstrate and encourage team behavior and exceptional patient/guest experiences.
• Uphold and promote patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

Education: Completion of medical coding from an approved health information technology program, currently a Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Management (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of coding experience .

Additional Skills/Abilities

Analytical skills; strong computer skills; ability to multitask; detail oriented; good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills; working knowledge of medical terminology and pharmacology are necessary.