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Position Summary:

Medical Record Coder is responsible for timely review of patient records in order to identify an appropriate selection of

ICD-10-CM/PCS

codes that will accurately reflect the reason for admission, extent of care received, and level of severity of illness. Coder is further responsible for insuring that all data elements required for federal and state reporting are collected and included in the patient's demographic record. Accounts for each Inpatient and Outpatient records in order that all are coded. Enters coded data into computer to facilitate the billing process.

Position Qualification:

Preferred:

2-3 years Inpatient coding experience preferred.

EDUCATION

RHIA, RHIT, CCS preferred or completion of

ICD-10/PCS 4

coding programs.

TRAINING

Orientation and training under supervision of Director and Coding Manager until competency is observed.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Requires eye hand coordination with good manual dexterity. Must be able to look at computer CRT most of the day and must be computer knowledgeable. Must have excellent command of the English language, both oral and written. Must be organized. Requires frequent but limited contact with physicians.

EXPERIENCE

2-3 years coding experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATION

RHIA, RHIT, or CCS preferred.