Medical Coder 2

DaMar Staffing; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

DaMar Staffing in Memphis, TN seeks a certified coder to code diagnoses and procedures for reimbursement and research, using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 in an acute care setting. Responsibilities include abstracting data, supporting physicians and staff, and meeting daily goals.

Minimum 3 years of experience in acute care coding, strong written and verbal English, licensure CCS/RHIA/RHIT preferred. Training in ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 required.

Qualifications

• Experience coding inpatient and outpatient records using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in an acute care facility.
• Licensure as CCS, RHIA, or RHIT preferred.
• Proficiency in English communication, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records.
• Abstracts information for reimbursement and statistics from records.
• Serves as a resource to physicians and clinical staff.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Strong communication

Detail oriented

Tools

ICD-9-CM

CPT-4

Job description

Job Title

Codes diagnoses and procedures of patient records and abstracting information for reimbursement, research, and to generate statistical data. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records.
• Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement, statistical purposes for the daily operations, medical staff, and regulatory agencies.
• Serves as a resource to physicians, physician office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

SpecificationsExperienceMinimum Required: Skill and proficiency in coding inpatient and outpatient (ancillary, emergency department, outpatient surgery, etc.) records utilizing ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 through 3 years' experience in an acute care facility.

Education

EducationMinimum Required: TN - Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.

Training

TrainingMinimum Required: ICD-9-CM Coding CPT-4 Coding

Special Skills

Special SkillsMinimum Required:LicensureOne of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT). Minimum Required: