HIM Coder - Inpatient

The Health Information Management Coder evaluates and codes all diagnoses, procedures, professional services, and supplies using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4.?? The tasks and responsibilities include:Abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns appropriate codes to patient records. Documents and codes final diagnoses. Confirms appropriate DRG assignments and provides information to other hospital functions - particularly patient accounting services. Performs statistical analysis of medical record data. Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information. Assists with implementation of new coding software. Rectifies computer error listings. Provides one-on-one physician education about documentation needs. Orients and mentors new staff members.



Job Qualifications Include:High School Diploma or GED Certified by the American Health Information Management Association as a Coding Specialist (CCS).?? Advanced understanding of medical terminology and body systems/anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease. Previous experience with Meditech patient documentation system preferred. Customer service abilities including effective listening skills. Ability to manage significant work load meeting established deadlines with minimal supervision. Ability to perform occasional stooping, pushing, pulling, and overhead lifting. Frequent sitting, grasping, and repetitive motion.