About This Job
You play a vital role in our healthcare team as a Coder. You review and translate complex medical documentation into standardized codes to support accurate patient billing and high-quality care data. Your work ensures that our facility maintains compliance, secures proper reimbursement, and keeps patient records precise and accessible. You make a direct impact on our daily operations by streamlining the flow of vital health information.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs accurate Inpatient Coding and Outpatient Coding to document diagnoses and treatments correctly.
- Executes specialized Swing Bed coding and Observation coding following current healthcare guidelines.
- Manages Medical Records transfer requests efficiently to support seamless patient transitions.
- Analyzes patient charts closely to extract required clinical details and assign proper codes.
- Verifies and ensures thoroughness of patient medical record documentation before final processing.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Education
- Holds a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Completes an accredited program in health information management or medical coding.
- Maintains a current, recognized coding certification such as RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or CPC.
Experience
- Brings at least two years of hands-on experience in medical coding within a hospital or clinical setting.
- Demonstrates strong proficiency in electronic health record systems.
Knowledge/Skills
- Possesses deep knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS coding guidelines.
- Applies critical thinking to analyze patient charts with high attention to detail.
- Communicates effectively with clinical staff to clarify documentation questions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers candidates with three or more years of experience in acute care coding.
- Shows advanced knowledge of regulatory compliance and reimbursement rules.
Physical Requirements/Work Conditions
- Sits for extended periods while working on a computer.
- Requires visual focus to read detailed medical charts and documentation.
- Operates in a standard office or remote healthcare environment with minimal physical exertion.