POSITION SUMMARY

Position Summary:

The coder assures quality and timely submission of demographic and diagnostic information for data retrieval and reimbursement. The position performs retrospective coding of diagnosis and procedures for all acute, inpatient and/or outpatient records and other classifications as required by third party payors. In addition, the coder monitors the

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inquiries and follows-up as needed. Codes sets diagnoses/procedures are assigned utilizing ICD-910-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPC as appropriate. Disease Classification System. Outpatient coding is performed utilizing CPT classification system. Assists with monitoring completion of final diagnoses to facilitate timely claim submission. Physician queries created for contradicting or unclear documentation.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education Associates degree in Health Information Science preferred Minimum Experience Five years coding experience in a hospital setting

Required Registration/License/Certification None Location:

Salina Regional Health Center

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Health Information Mgt Schedule:

Full Time, Day Shift, M-F