Remote Inpatient Coder II Full Time Days Abrazo

POSITION SUMMARY

$2,000 Bonus

Assign diagnosis and procedure codes and to inpatient Medical/Surgical cases and DRG payer medical records. Assign diagnosis and surgical codes using ICD-9-CM/ ICD-10-CM codes in order to provide billing/reimbursement and statistical information. Ensure the accurate selection of the principal diagnosis and procedure and all other significant diagnoses and procedures. Abstract hospital-defined data from records for data collection purposes. Ensure compliance with official guidelines (ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM, Coding Clinic), AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding and Tenet guidelines.
Bonus based on eligibility

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Certification, Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2 - 5 years coding experience

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, or CIC

SPECIAL SKILLS: The interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of department personnel, other departments, physicians and individuals from outside the Hospital. Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in inpatient and/or outpatient coding. Must be able to use standard office equipment and information systems. Ability to interact with other employees through effective communication. Ability to prioritize and shift workloads to ensure departmental goals for revenue cycle goals.