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Job Requirements of Hospital Medicine Coder:
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- CPC or RHIT preferred;
- Minimum one (1) year experience in medical coding and/or medical terminology and billing experience;
- Good data entry and computer skills;
- Good communication skills;
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Job performed in a semi-quiet setting
- Prolonged sitting
- Extensive telephone use
- Occasional lifting or carrying
This position may require manual dexterity and/or frequent use of the computer, telephone, 10-key, calculator, office machines (copier, scanner, fax) and/or the ability to perform repetitive motions and/or meet production standards to comply with the essential functions. Also, may require physical and/or mental stamina to work overtime, additional hours beyond a regular schedule and/or more than five days per week.
DISCLAIMER:
Cooperative, positive, courteous and professional behavior and conduct is an essential function of every position. All employees must be able to work with others beyond giving and receiving instructions. This includes getting along with co-workers, peers and management without exhibiting behavior extremes. Job functions may require personal leadership skills such as conflict resolution, negotiating, instructing, persuading, speaking with others as well as responding appropriately to job performance feedback from the supervisor. Additionally, the information contained in this job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.
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Hospital Medicine Coder
Join a team of dynamic, results oriented professionals!
Named among “The World’s Most Admired Companies" by Fortune Magazine
Named among "America's 100 Most Trustworthy Companies" by Forbes magazine
Named among “Great Places to Work" by Becker’s Hospital Review
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Benefit Eligibility (Medical/Dental/Vision/Life) the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- 401K program (Discretionary matching funds available)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program
- Dental plans & Vision plans
- GENEROUS Personal time off
- Eight Paid Holidays per year
- Quarterly incentive plans
- Employee of the month awards with monetary gift and parking space
- Training Programs
- Wellness programs
- Flexible work schedule
JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible for assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes and CPT-4 procedure codes to patient records from client hospitals. This job entails scanning for accuracy and completeness of records.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assign appropriate level and procedure codes using the CPT-4 manual and criteria established Base Point Billing Center. Assign appropriate diagnosis codes using ICD-10-CM code book to hospital visits.
- Review and code a minimum of 18 charts per hour.
- Report coding problems or irregularities to Medical Coding Manager.
- Exercises knowledge of medical terminology and physiological systems, as well as Medicare coding rules and regulations.
- Attend company meetings, weekly meetings, and workshops/seminars as scheduled.
- Read all memos, bulletins, updates, and educational material supplied and be responsible for the content.
- Performance of other non-essential duties that may be requested by the Manager or Director.
Job Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or equivalent;
- CPC or RHIT preferred;
- Minimum one (1) year experience in medical coding and/or medical terminology and billing experience;
- Good data entry and computer skills;
- Good communication skills;
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
- Job performed in a semi-quiet setting
- Prolonged sitting
- Extensive telephone use
- Occasional lifting or carrying
This position may require manual dexterity and/or frequent use of the computer, telephone, 10-key, calculator, office machines (copier, scanner, fax) and/or the ability to perform repetitive motions and/or meet production standards to comply with the essential functions. Also, may require physical and/or mental stamina to work overtime, additional hours beyond a regular schedule and/or more than five days per week.
DISCLAIMER:
Cooperative, positive, courteous and professional behavior and conduct is an essential function of every position. All employees must be able to work with others beyond giving and receiving instructions. This includes getting along with co-workers, peers and management without exhibiting behavior extremes. Job functions may require personal leadership skills such as conflict resolution, negotiating, instructing, persuading, speaking with others as well as responding appropriately to job performance feedback from the supervisor. Additionally, the information contained in this job description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.