Technical - Medical Coder

Cynet HealthStaff; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a contract-to-hire Certified Inpatient Coder to code inpatient care episodes accurately and completely.

Candidates must navigate the electronic health record system effectively, abstract all required data for coding, and stay up to date with coding guidelines. Consistent attendance and adherence to productivity and accuracy standards are essential.

Qualifications

• ICD-10-CM, PCS and CPT coding principles required.
• Experience navigating electronic health records efficiently.
• Ability to abstract required data elements for computer entry.
• Strong familiarity with diagnostic and procedural terminology.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality in accordance with policy.

Responsibilities

• Code inpatient care episodes accurately and completely.
• Navigate the electronic health record system effectively.
• Abstract all required data elements for computer entry.
• Identify and use all documentation to support code assignment.
• Stay informed about coding changes and mandatory education.
• Meet departmental productivity and accuracy requirements; communicate with supervisors.

Skills

ICD-10-CM knowledge

PCS knowledge

CPT knowledge

EHR navigation

Data abstraction

Diagnostic/procedural terminology

Education

CPC, CCS, CCA certifications

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Technical - Medical Coder

Profession: Coder

Specialty: Inpatient

Duration: 6 months

Shift: Day Shift

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience: 2 years

License: Not specified

Certifications: CPC, CCS, CCA required

Must-Have:

• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, PCS, and CPT coding principles.
• Experience navigating electronic health records efficiently.
• Ability to abstract required data elements for computer entry.
• Strong familiarity with diagnostic and procedural terminology.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality in accordance with policy.

Description:We are seeking a contract-to-hire Certified Inpatient Coder.The role involves coding episodes of inpatient care accurately and completely.Candidates should be able to navigate the electronic health record system effectively.Identification and utilization of all available documentation to support accurate code assignment is essential.All required data elements must be abstracted for computer entry.Candidates should secure all necessary information for coding accuracy and follow-up on coding issues as needed.Staying informed about coding changes and guidelines, including participation in mandatory education, is required.Consistency in meeting departmental productivity and accuracy requirements is expected.Communication with supervisors regarding documentation needs or other coding-related issues is necessary.A strong understanding of diagnostic and procedural terminology and disease processes is important for successful code assignment.Maintaining required certifications is mandatory.