Medical Records Coder I - Full Time - Days

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Director CDI/Coding or designee, the Medical Records Coder I will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to AHA – AMA Guidelines, CMS and NGS.

Core Job Responsibilities

Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer

Audit charges and establish proper coding in collaboration with providers

Initiate and follow up on queries with providers

Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding

Respond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denials

Review and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures

Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

Required:

AS in Health Information Management, a related degree or equivalent experience

Knowledge of EMR, Coding Software, and Microsoft Office

Knowledge/understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits

Good Oral and Written Communication

Preferred:

BS in Health Information Management

Knowledge of Epic and 3M software

Licensure/Certification Requirements

PREFERRED:

RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CIC Certification

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

Job Details

Req Id 89431

Department CODING

Shift Days

Shift Hours WorkedS 8.00

FTE 1

Work Schedule HRLY NON-UNION

Employee Status A1 - Full-Time

Union Non-Union

Pay Range $18 - $28 Hourly