Medical Coder

Medical Coder

Client: Aya Healthcare

Shift: Day 5x8.5-Hour (07:00 - 03:30) - ON-SITE

Duration: 12+ months

Job Location: Chicago, IL

Rate: $45.00 - $48.00 - Please dont quote $50 as I will reject the resume.

Only GC or USC

HIM Inpatient Coder

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Assigns ICD-10-CM-PCS and/or CPT-4 diagnostic and procedure codes to patient charts with accuracy and attention to detail

Abstracts selected data items and enters in 3M encoder/Epic software with accuracy and attention to detail

Completes UHDDS data abstraction as required

Maintains a log of work performed

Completes other assigned duties as directed by management

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Knowledge: RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS Certification

Minimum 3 years experience in medical record coding

Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology required

Windows applications, Outlook, WebEx and other apps as needed to perform role

Skills:

Cooperates well with others

Competent attention to detail and accuracy

Proficient with computer use and software applications

Abilities:

Ability to concentrate on task at hand in open distracting environment independent manner; minimizing distractions in private work-from-home space

Ability to apply local, state, and federal coding guidelines with attention to detail