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CaroMont Health
Coding Tech II
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What they do
A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.
$60,603 / year median in North Carolina
-10% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary :
To perform diversified coding of hospital encounters to accurately reflect the services provided of the primary and secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM/PCS and/or CPT coding conventions including applying hierarchy for hydration, infusion and injection charging, appropriate modifier usage. Maintain a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, disease processes and surgical techniques through participation in continuing education to effectively apply ICD-10-CM/PCS and/or CPT coding guidelines to inpatient and/or outpatient diagnosis and procedures.Qualifications:
Education and formal training: High school graduate/diploma required. Training in ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding conventions. Requires a certified Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and have at least 2 years of experience in coding. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality of sensitive information Experience with coding software. EOE AA M/F/Vet/DisabilityBenefits
- Professional Development
- Dental Insurance