Certified Coder I

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JOB SUMMARY

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Assign ICD-10-CM, PCS, and/or CPT codes to records of discharged patients, depending on the type of visit. Assign appropriate DRG to IP visits.

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JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education

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High school or equivalent

• Minimum Work Experience

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1 year

• Required Licenses/Certifications

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Certified coding specialist must have any of the following certifications:

• CPC

• COC

• CIC

• COC-P

• CPC-A

• CCS

• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

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Compile and analyze reports

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Compile statistics

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Compose letters/memorandums

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Coordinate meetings

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Generate reports

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Input data into computer programs

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Maintain filing systems

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Maintain logs

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Maintains manuals

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Research information

• Designated Driver

• No

• OSHA Category

• 3 - Low Risk