Description:  The purpose of this job is to code and abstract inpatient, observation and clinic records utilizing the proper assignment of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding.  Monitors quality of documentation.

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a minimum of three (3) years experience, ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding in an acute care facility coding inpatient, ambulatory surgery or emergency room records if not RHIT, RHIA, CCS or other hospital coding credentialed.
• Possess one (1) year experience in coding ER, inpatient or Day surgery records in an acute care facility if RHIT, RHIA, CCS or other hospital coding credentialed.
• Possess successful completion of courses in Anatomy/Physiology, medical terminology and ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Prefer an Associate’s Degree in Health Information Technology; professional designation as a RHIT, RHIA or CCS.
• Prefer three (3) years experience in ICD-10 and CPT-4 coding in an acute care facility if credentialed.
• Prefer five (5) years experience in ICD-10 coding in an acute care facility if not credentialed.

Status:  Varied day shift hours (40 hours) – Hybrid Work Option Available.

Tagged as: Anatomy, Associate’s degree, Credentials, Day shift, Documentation, Medical Coding, Medical Records, Non-Clinical, Second shift