HIM Cert Coder, IP

Role Overview

• Responsible for accurate and timely coding of hospital inpatient, outpatient and/or professional fee encounters using ICD10/ICDPCS, CPT, or HCPCs codes
• Responsible for understanding and applying all regulatory coding guidelines
• Develops methodology for a coding process compliant with regulatory agencies
• Facilitates optimization of revenue while maintaining compliance standards
• Serves as an expert resource regarding various coding systems and regulatory guidelines
• Reports documentation and coding improvement needs based on review findings
• Performs provider and peer coding audits as requested
• Monitors internal controls for coding and billing

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) from AAPC
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) from AAPC
• Certified Coding Specialist
• Physician-Based (CCS-P) from AHIMA
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) from AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) from AHIMA
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPC coding rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others collaboratively and communicate efficiently both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of medical science, anatomy, and physiology required
• Ability to perform computer data entry
• Experience with encoders or other coding software packages preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package