Medical Records Technician (Coder-Outpatient and Inpatient)

VA Detroit; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Records Technician to classify medical data from patient health records in various settings. The role involves coding patient care encounters, adhering to guidelines, and monitoring changes in regulations. Candidates should have experience in medical terminology and coding, with certification preferred. This position is full-time at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, medical coding, and health records.
• Certification in coding (preferred: AHIMA or AAPC).

Responsibilities

• Assigning codes to documented patient care encounters.
• Selecting and assigning codes from ICD, CPT, and HCPCS systems.
• Reviewing health records to abstract comprehensive medical data.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Anatomy

Physiology

Medical Coding

Health Records

Education

Certification in Coding

Job description

Medical Records Technician (Coder-Outpatient and Inpatient)

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Location: Washington DC, Veterans Affairs Medical Center

Summary: This position involves classifying medical data from patient health records in hospital and physician-based settings, including offices, clinics, and specialty centers.

Duties include:

1. Assigning codes to documented patient care encounters (inpatient and outpatient).
2. Selecting and assigning codes from ICD, CPT, and HCPCS systems.
3. Adhering to coding guidelines and regulations for accurate and ethical coding.
4. Monitoring regulatory and policy changes affecting coded information.
5. Reviewing health records to abstract comprehensive medical, demographic, social, and administrative data.
6. Using facility systems to code, abstract, record, and transmit data to the VA database.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7:30am - 4:00pm EST

Additional Info: Not virtual, no telework, no relocation incentives, no PCS authorized.

Minimum Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen; proficiency in English; background/security clearance; pre-employment physical; vaccination compliance.
• Experience or education in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, medical coding, and health records.
• Certification in coding (preferred: AHIMA or AAPC).

Qualifications:

Range from GS-4 to GS-8, with increasing experience and certification requirements at higher levels.

Physical requirements:

Use of fingers, walking, standing, emotional and mental stability.

Education:

Recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; foreign education must include foreign equivalency documentation.

Additional information:

Includes details on application documents, veterans' preference, and employment benefits.