Senior Inpatient Medical Coder – ICD-CM & CPT

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Memphis is seeking a medical coder to code diagnoses and procedures of inpatient records. The role involves abstracting information for reimbursement and research purposes. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in coding inpatient records using ICD CM and CPT, with strong communication skills. This position requires proficiency in coding and acts as a vital resource for physicians and clinical staff while completing assigned goals.

Qualifications

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written and verbal format.
• Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in coding inpatient records in an acute care facility, 4 years preferred.
• Training in ICD-CM Diagnosis and Procedure Coding.

Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records pertaining to inpatient records.
• Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement and statistical purposes.
• Serves as a resource to physicians and clinical staff.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Effective communication

Legible writing

ICD CM coding

CPT coding

Job description

A healthcare institution in Memphis is seeking a medical coder to code diagnoses and procedures of inpatient records. The role involves abstracting information for reimbursement and research purposes. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of experience in coding inpatient records using ICD CM and CPT, with strong communication skills. This position requires proficiency in coding and acts as a vital resource for physicians and clinical staff while completing assigned goals.