JOB SUMMARY

The Coder III is certified and is responsible for Inpatient coding.  The Coder reviews the entire patient record including the electronic record to assign appropriate codes for Inpatients.  Observation, Outpatient Surgeries, Cardiac Catheterizations, Interventional Radiology and outpatients as assigned.  Coding should be complete, timely, and in accordance with CMS, Coding Clinic Guidelines, CPT Assistant, and organizational policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

          
Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.    Completion of AHIMA or AAPC approved coding program leading to certification as CCS or CPC.

Experience: Three years coding experience in an acute care facility using ICD-10-CM, CPT coding and APC grouper required.  Clinical practice experience desirable and may be  counted toward 1 - 2 years of coding experience.

Knowledge and Skills: Data Entry proficiency with 3M, APR, DRG software.  Knowledge of MS-DRG methodology, severity of illness and risk of mortality methodology and PCS coding.  Medical terminology (basic and advanced).  Human anatomy and physiology, pathology and microbiology required.  Knowledge of ICD-10-CM & CPT 4.  Ability to understand and interpret policies and procedures.  Ability to interpret medical record documentation for accuracy and completeness.

License/Certifications: Current Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Certificate required.

Equipment: Proficient in use of computers.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the job.

PAY RANGE

$29.96 - $44.94

The posted pay range reflects the lowest to highest pay that was available for this position at the time of posting and may be subject to change.  Salary offers are determined by candidate’s relevant experience and skills.  For per diem positions, a standard rate is used based on market data and not the candidate’s individual experience.