Performs thorough medical record review to abstract medical and demographic data, interpret and apply diagnoses and procedures using ICD and CPT coding systems, and help reduce average accounts receivable days.
Essential Responsibilities
- Reviews and interprets medical information, physician treatment plans, course, and outcome to determine appropriate ICD-10-CM/CPT codes for diagnoses and procedures. (65%)
- Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests by the hospital, health system, medical staff, and others, and enters coded/abstracted information into the designated system. (15%)
- Ensures efficient management of medical information and cash flow as it pertains to the unbilled coding report. (10%)
- Stays current on ICD-10-CM/CPT guideline changes and updates by attending training, reviewing coding clinics and other resources, and applying updates in daily work. (5%)
- Performs other duties as assigned or required. (5%)
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- High School/GED
- Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- 1 year of hospital and/or physician coding experience
- 1 year coding at mid-level facilities or clinics
- 1 year coding major surgeries, observations, and/or E/Ms
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Strong data entry skills
- Understanding of computer applications
- Ability to work with members of the health care team
- One of the following certifications:
- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
- Registered Health Information Associate (RHIA)
- Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCS-P)
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
- Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
- CPC-A Certified Professional Coder - Apprentice
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field
Location
N/A
Employment Type
Part-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago
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