HIM Coding Specialist |
| Apr. 29, 2008 - Jul. 07, 2008 |
| Location: | Montrose, CO |
| Salary Range: | DOE |
| Exempt/Non-Exempt: | Non-Exempt |
| Benefits: | Health insurance, CAL, Extended Illness, Retirement |
| Type: | Full Time |
| Department: | Health information Management (Medical Records) |
| Description: | 80 hours per pay period. |
| Duties: | Functions as a coder and abstractor.
Assigns ICD-9 and HCPCs codes, creating APC or DRG assignment on patient records.
When coding ED records, also checks for physician deficiencies.
Assigns modifiers when appropriate.
Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes.
Abstracts pertinent information from patient records according to department policy.
Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement report requirements. Brings identified concerns to department manager for resolution.
Maintains coding credential as required by professional organization.
Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines.
Records staff meeting minutes when scheduled.
Completes other office duties as time permits.
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| Qualifications: | Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
Training and Experience: Medical terminology, 2 years hospital coding experience.
Job Knowledge: ICD9 and CPT 4 coding.
Coding credential preferred. |
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