analyzes relevant clinical and demographic information from the Health Information record
assigns appropriate ICD-10 codes following appropriate guidelines
ascertains that the above are compliant with CMS, state and other regulatory agencies
Requirements
CCA (Certified Coding Associate) OR CDIP (Certified Documentation Improvement Specialist) OR RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) OR RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) OR CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) OR CPC (Certified Professional Coder) OR CPC-A (Certified Professional Coder Apprentice)
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding and application
Knowledge and understanding of disease process and etiology
Knowledge of various computer applications including Windows, Excel, hospital information systems and encoders
Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal/written).