Provides accurate and timely assignment of appropriate ICD-10 diagnostic and PCS procedural codes on medical records
Reviews the medical record, identifies diagnoses and procedures, and assigns ICD-10-CM diagnosis and ICD-10 PCS procedure codes
Abstracts diagnostic and PCS procedural codes and other pertinent data into the network system
Reviews/monitors assigned work queues and missing documentation encounters
Requirements
3 years of experience in a hospital inpatient setting
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of one of the following certifications: Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, coding guidelines, and computers
Proven detail orientation and good problem-solving related to coding