Hospital Coding Specialist III

Role Overview

• Accurately codes inpatient conditions and procedures as per ICD guidelines.
• Understands and applies medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and disease processes.
• Reviews professional and hospital inpatient medical record documentation and identifies and assigns appropriate codes.
• Collaborates with Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists to address documentation concerns and DRG assignments.
• Assists in the preparation of responses to DRG validation requests and other coding-related inquiries.

Requirements

• AHIMA or AAPC approved Medical Coding Diploma or Health Information Management Degree or related program.
• Three years of progressive inpatient coding experience in an acute care facility.
• Active credential of Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) through AHIMA; or AAPC at the time of hire.
• If AAPC credential, preferred is CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder).

Benefits

• May be eligible for a sign-on bonus!