MEDICAL RECORDS CODER 2

Methodist Health System

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Methodist Health System seeks a Coder 2 to join a fast-paced, technically focused environment in Dallas. The role involves classifying inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures with ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS and CPT codes to optimize reimbursement, while contributing to case mix index data and trend reporting.

Qualified candidates will have at least 2 years of DRG-based coding experience in an acute care hospital, encoder proficiency, meticulous attention to detail, and strong communication

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of DRG-based coding experience in an acute care hospital with experience using an encoder.
Proficient in detailed work and handling confidential patient information.
Excellent written and oral communication with physicians, other health care workers, the general public, administration, and health information management staff.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the best care for patients.
Code inpatient and outpatient diagnoses and procedures with ICD10-CM, ICD10-PCS and CPT codes for reimbursement.
Maintain a database for case mix indices for statistical reporting and trend analysis.
Code DRG-based records for payers and ensure accurate documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team orientation

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description :

Your Job: 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, which are assigned 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.

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 Your Job 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

Hours of Work :

Flexible

Days Of Week :

Flexible

Job Description :

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 Your Job 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

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned: