Coder/Abstractor Outpatient

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Coder/ Abstractor codes outpatient records using commonly accepted classification systems and abstracts the information into the coding software or EMR abstracting.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

(Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience:

One year of experience in coding with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS required.

Education and Training:

High School Graduate, advance education in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology are all required. Completion of a medical coding program required. Understanding of frequently ordered tests, required. Experience using coding software and EMR required. Understanding of billing and reimbursement systems, i.e. APC's , required. Previous coding in a teaching facility, preferred.

License, Certification & Registration:

RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CCS-A, CPC, or CPC-H preferred.

Other Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals; ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills at all times. Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information; proven analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions/ outcomes; proven ability to work independently; detail oriented, ability to focus on task. Ability to work at multiple sites. These are all required.