Inpatient Coder Certified ROC FT

UHS; Edinburg (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas is looking for a Coding Specialist to manage inpatient coding functions and ensure accuracy in DRG assignments. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of coding experience, relevant certifications, and must be able to work remotely with the provision of high-speed internet. Commitment to compliance and understanding of medical terminology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform coding for inpatient records and DRG assignment.
• Maintain relationships with management and coding teams.
• Utilize 3M Encoder for ICD-10-CM/PCS coding.

Skills

Coding experience

Advanced training in medical coding

Medical terminology knowledge

Computer skills

Ability to read medical reports

Ability to work remotely

Education

High School diploma or GED

AHIMA or AAPC certification

Degree in Medical Records or Coding Education Certificate

Job description

Responsibilities

Performs the functions of all services of IP coding. Responsible and accountable for coding and DRG accuracy, timeliness of coding, and utilization of systems used to perform coding functions. Maintains relationship with Coding Manager/Supervisor, CDI team, Business Office and Case Management staff. Performs primary function of coding inpatient records, to include DRG assignment and validation. Maintains knowledge of outpatient coding and other areas to assist as needed. Utilizes the 3M Encoder to code and classify accurately all medical records according to ICD-10-CM/PCS. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three to Five years coding experience required (Inpatient preferred)
• Advanced training in medical coding (ICD10-CM/PCS, CPT and APC).
• Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to read medical reports, interpret lab values pertinent to coding diagnoses, abstract pertinent information from records and to provide meaningful information by telephone or letter in replying to inquiries.
• Ability to work remotely. Must be able to provide high speed internet at place of residence at the expense of the employee, with a work area that is in adherence to privacy and security policies and procedures.
• Maintain commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

• High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required.
• Certification: AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CCA; or AAPC Coding Certification required.
• Degree (Medical Records or Healthcare related field) or Coding Education Certificate from an accredited vocational school/college preferred.

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