MEDICAL RECORDS CODER 2

Methodist Health System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Health System in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a Coder who will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care. This role involves classifying and abstracting inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures, ensuring optimal reimbursement through accurate coding.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in DRG-based coding in an acute care hospital and possess strong communication skills to effectively interact with healthcare professionals and management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of DRG-based coding experience in an acute care hospital with encoder usage.
• Proficient in detailed work and handling confidential patient information.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly.
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
• Be accountable for your performance.
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience.
• Take initiative for your professional growth.
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team.

Skills

DRG-based coding

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team orientation

Education

High school graduate or its equivalent

Job description

Job Description

In this highly technical and fast‑paced position, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for our patients. The Coder 2 classifies and abstracts inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures, assigning appropriate ICD10‑CM, ICD10‑PCS and/or CPT codes for optimal reimbursement. They establish an accurate database for case mix indices, which provide statistical reporting and trend analysis. The Coder 2 is proficient in coding DRG‑based records as well as all other payers.

Requirements

• High school graduate or its equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of DRG‑based coding experience in an acute care hospital with experience using an encoder
• Proficient in detailed work
• Maintain a professional image in handling confidential patient information
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to interact with physicians, other health care workers, the general public, administration, and health information management staff
• Team oriented

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly and openly
• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment
• Be accountable for your performance
• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience
• Take initiative for your professional growth
• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

Schedule

Hours of Work: 8‑4:30

Days Of Week: M‑F