Inpatient HIM Coder Analyst — CDI & Compliance Focus

CH and Trinity, P.C.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is seeking a Health Information Management coder to code inpatient, SNF, and rehab records for accurate reimbursement. You will query physicians when documentation is unclear and review records for completeness to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Responsibilities include coding using ICD-10-CM and CPT, collaborating with CDI team members, and maintaining AHIMA CE requirements to stay credentialed.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Health Information Management or AAS in Health Information Technology
• RHIA or RHIT certification; CCS preferred
• Must pass CH coding test
• Maintain AHIMA CE requirements
• CDI Team training participation

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient, SNF, Rehab records for reimbursement
• Query physicians when documentation unclear
• Ensure completeness of medical records
• Participate in CDI Team meetings
• Prepare reports and track coding accuracy

Skills

ICD-10-CM

CPT coding

Medical terminology

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

B.S. in Health Information Management

AAS in Health Information Technology

RHIA or RHIT certification

CCS certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Coding software

EMR systems

Job description

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo is seeking a Health Information Management coder to code inpatient, SNF, and rehab records for accurate reimbursement. You will query physicians when documentation is unclear and review records for completeness to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

Responsibilities include coding using ICD-10-CM and CPT, collaborating with CDI team members, and maintaining AHIMA CE requirements to stay credentialed.