SR INPATIENT CODER (CERT) -VHS (REMOTE - FULL TIME)

The Valley Health System; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Excellent medical/dental/vision plans

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Valley Health System is seeking a skilled Health Information Management coder in Las Vegas to prepare statistical reports and code diagnoses and procedures across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role requires acute inpatient experience with proficiency in ICD-9-CM/CPT coding and AHIMA guidelines, ensuring accurate, timely coding across IP, OP, ASC and ER settings.

Candidates should hold RHIA/RHIT or CCS credentials, demonstrate strong analytical and communication skills, and be able

Qualifications

• ACUTE INPATIENT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
• Minimum 3 years recent inpatient and outpatient coding experience.
• Ability to crossover between IP, OP, ASC, ER coding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statistical reports and code diseases/operations per classification systems.
• Maintain indices according to established policies and procedures.

Skills

Inpatient & outpatient coding

Cross-coding IP/OP/ASC/ER

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

RHIA/RHIT or CCS credentials

Tools

ICD-9-CM / CPT coding

AHIMA guidelines

Job description

Responsibilities

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies

The Valley Health System has expanded into an integrated health network that serves more than two million people in Southern Nevada. Starting with Valley Hospital Medical Center in 1979, the Valley Health System has grown to include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center , Henderson Hospital, Valley Health Specialty Hospital. and our newest location West Henderson Hospital.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies

Job Description

Responsible for preparing statistical reports, coding diseases and operations according to accepted classification systems and maintaining indices according to established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

ACUTE INPATIENT EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education

Graduate as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) from an approved program by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.

Experience

Minimum 3 years recent Inpatient and Outpatient coding experience required. Coders must have the ability to crossover between all coding types (IP, OP, ASC, ER) and maintain a 95% coding accuracy across the board. One to three years coding experience in an acute care setting—including inpatient, outpatient and ambulatory surgery.

Technical Skills

Computer proficiency, analytical skills, ICD 9-CM/CPT coding knowledge

License/Certification

Credentialed as RHIT/RHIA or CCS required

Other

Demonstrated knowledge of coding procedures, extensive reimbursement system knowledge, written and verbal communication skills. Must possess excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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