Inpatient Coder Certified ROC FT

South Texas Health System; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Edinburg is seeking an Inpatient Coder Certified ROC FT to ensure coding accuracy and maintain compliance with standards. This role involves coding inpatient records and requires significant experience and advanced medical coding training. Candidates should possess strong knowledge in medical terminology and utilize coding tools like the 3M Encoder.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of coding experience required, inpatient preferred.
• Advanced training in ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, APC needed.
• Commitment to compliance and adherence to policies required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coding and DRG accuracy, timeliness, and system utilization.
• Codes inpatient records, including DRG assignment and validation.
• Maintains relationships with Coding Manager/Supervisor, CDI team, Business Office.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Anatomy and Physiology

Computer Skills

Interpreting Medical Reports

Education

High School diploma, GED, or higher education

AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA; or AAPC Coding Certification

Degree in Medical Records or Healthcare-related field

Job description

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Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs all services of IP coding. Responsible for coding and DRG accuracy, timeliness, and system utilization. Maintains relationships with Coding Manager/Supervisor, CDI team, Business Office, and Case Management staff. Codes inpatient records, including DRG assignment and validation. Maintains knowledge of outpatient coding to assist as needed. Uses the 3M Encoder for accurate classification according to ICD-10-CM/PCS. Responsible for maintaining performance skills.

Qualifications

• Three to Five years of coding experience required (Inpatient preferred)
• Advanced training in medical coding (ICD10-CM/PCS, CPT, and APC)
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Computer skills
• Ability to interpret medical reports, lab values, and abstract pertinent information from records
• Ability to work remotely with high-speed internet and a private work area
• Commitment to compliance and adherence to policies and procedures

Education / Licensure

• High School diploma, GED, or higher education required
• AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA; or AAPC Coding Certification required
• Degree in Medical Records or Healthcare-related field or Coding Education Certificate preferred

Additional Information

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Job Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals, Healthcare, Mental Health Care