Trauma Registry Data Coder (CPC/CCS)

VCU Health System Authority; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority is seeking a Trauma Registrar to support adult and pediatric trauma programs and state/federal verification requirements. You will identify cases for registry inclusion, abstract data from EMR and other sources, and assign ICD-10 and AIS codes to procedures and conditions.

Daily chart reviews, data entry, and adherence to data management protocols are essential to ensure timely and accurate reporting to regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office including email, Word and Excel.
• Experience in medical data abstraction or coding preferred.
• Familiarity with trauma/surgery registry coding and AIS/ICD-10 codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily chart reviews and assign ICD-10 and other codes.
• Enter data into the trauma registry and ensure data quality.
• Interprets medical information and supports QA reporting.
• Assist with performance improvement activities.

Skills

MS Office

MS Word

MS Excel

Medical terminology

Education

Associate’s Degree in medical terminology and Anatomy/Physiology or medical records coding

CPC/CCS/RHIT certification or CAISS within 24 months

Completion of ICD-10 coding courses

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

VCU Health System Authority is seeking a Trauma Registrar to support adult and pediatric trauma programs and state/federal verification requirements. You will identify cases for registry inclusion, abstract data from EMR and other sources, and assign ICD-10 and AIS codes to procedures and conditions.

Daily chart reviews, data entry, and adherence to data management protocols are essential to ensure timely and accurate reporting to regulatory bodies.