Trauma Data & Coding Analyst - AIS/ICD-10 Expertise

Benefis; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 82,656,000; Full time

Job summary

Benefis Health System in Montana is seeking a Trauma Registry Data Specialist to ensure accurate data collection and timely entry into the MT Trauma Registry. This role focuses on extracting complete records, reviewing trauma activations, and maintaining data quality.

You will code injuries with AIS and ICD-10CM, calculate ISS, and ensure compliance with state criteria and Benefis policies while meeting deadlines in a busy hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of trauma registry course required or obtained upon hire.
• AIS Certification must be completed within 1 year of hire.
• ICD-10 course completion required within six months of hire.
• CAISS certification within three years preferred.
• CSTR certification within five years preferred.
• Medical background is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assure complete and accurate data for trauma patients and enter into MT Trauma Registry.
• Review hospital records to identify trauma activations and meet criteria.
• Collect comprehensive data on injuries and care trajectories.
• Code injuries/procedures with AIS and ICD-10CM; calculate ISS.
• Maintain timely data abstraction, entry, and data quality.
• Adhere to Benefis policies and licensing board requirements.

Skills

Trauma data abstraction

ICD-10CM coding

AIS coding

ISS calculation

Medical records review

Data entry

Education

Trauma registry course

AIS certification within 1 year

ICD-10 course within 6 months

CAISS certification within 3 years

CSTR certification within 5 years

Medical background

Job description

Benefis Health System in Montana is seeking a Trauma Registry Data Specialist to ensure accurate data collection and timely entry into the MT Trauma Registry. This role focuses on extracting complete records, reviewing trauma activations, and maintaining data quality.

You will code injuries with AIS and ICD-10CM, calculate ISS, and ensure compliance with state criteria and Benefis policies while meeting deadlines in a busy hospital environment.