Inpatient Coder: ICD-10 Master for Patient Care

AAPC; Town of Warwick (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A coder position at AAPC is responsible for coding medical records, including diagnoses and procedures, using ICD 10 CM/PCS and entering codes into an automated grouper system.

The role requires a CCS certification, a minimum of one year inpatient coding experience, and strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Excellent communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• ICD-10-CM/PCS knowledge and coding skills.
• Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology knowledge.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Using ICD-10-CM/PCS coding systems for diagnoses and procedures.
• Assigning accurate codes from physicians' documentation.
• Entering codes into automated grouper system.
• Abstracting information to compile reports.
• Querying providers for documentation when needed.

Job description

A coder position at AAPC is responsible for coding medical records, including diagnoses and procedures, using ICD 10 CM/PCS and entering codes into an automated grouper system.

The role requires a CCS certification, a minimum of one year inpatient coding experience, and strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Excellent communication and computer skills are essential.