Inpatient Coder - ICD-10 Accuracy & EMR Expert

Houston Methodist; Georgia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking an Inpatient Coder to assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes for inpatient encounters based on medical record documentation. The role requires knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, DRG/APC systems and AHIMA coding guidelines.

Non-exempt (FLSA) and on-site position with travel within the Houston area. Requires RHIT/RHIA/CCS certification or equivalent, and an associate degree or higher from a CAHIIM-accredited program.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a CAHIIM accredited program or additional two years of experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below) in lieu of degree
• One year of relevant inpatient coding experience or successful completion of the Houston Methodist Coding Apprentice Program or Outpatient to Inpatient Coder Transition Program
• Must have RHIT, RHIA, or CCS certification (AHIMA)

Responsibilities

• Interacts and communicates effectively with members of the coding team and the appropriate stakeholders.
• Responds promptly to internal and external customer requests and queries to code or review coded accounts for accuracy.

Skills

Coding knowledge

English communication

Customer service focus

Medical terminology

AHIMA guidelines

EPIC/EHR experience

Electronic encoder

Coding software

Abstracting systems

Education

CAHIIM-accredited program

Two years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

EPIC/EHR

Electronic encoder

Coding software

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking an Inpatient Coder to assign accurate diagnostic and procedure codes for inpatient encounters based on medical record documentation. The role requires knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, DRG/APC systems and AHIMA coding guidelines.

Non-exempt (FLSA) and on-site position with travel within the Houston area. Requires RHIT/RHIA/CCS certification or equivalent, and an associate degree or higher from a CAHIIM-accredited program.