Inpatient ICD Coder – DRG Specialist

Westchester Medical Center; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Westchester Medical Center is seeking a Coder to code medical records using ICD for diagnoses and procedures, entering data into an automated grouper system and maintaining accurate DRG determinations.

The role requires 1–2 years of inpatient medical record coding experience, with certification as CCS/CCS-P or CPC preferred and strong knowledge of ICD coding concepts. Proficiency in medical terminology and IT tools is essential.

Qualifikationen

• 1–2 years inpatient medical records coding experience.
• Certification CCS/CCS-P or CPC required.
• Thorough knowledge of ICD diagnosis and procedure codes.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (oral and written).
• Proficient with computer applications and databases.

Aufgaben

• Code diagnoses and procedures using ICD as documented by physician.
• Ensure accurate DRG by proper ranking of diagnoses.
• Obtain information and clarify as needed.
• Enter final codes and narratives into the grouper system.
• Respond to inquiries about medical documentation and DRGs from hospital staff.

Kenntnisse

Medical terminology

Communication

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Health information management degree (Assoc./Bachelor's)

Tools

ICD coding systems

Automated grouper system

Spreadsheets/Word processing/Email/DB software

Jobbeschreibung

Westchester Medical Center is seeking a Coder to code medical records using ICD for diagnoses and procedures, entering data into an automated grouper system and maintaining accurate DRG determinations.

The role requires 1–2 years of inpatient medical record coding experience, with certification as CCS/CCS-P or CPC preferred and strong knowledge of ICD coding concepts. Proficiency in medical terminology and IT tools is essential.