Inpatient CODER II

Job Summary The Medical Records Coder II will improve documentation, data quality and revenue cycle operations. The coder assigns International Classification of Disease system- 10 (ICD), CM, and PCS codes according to

AHA - AMA

Guidelines, CMS and NGS. Core Job Responsibilities Assign diagnosis and procedure codes, for accurate and timely billing of most appropriate payer Audit charges and establish proper coding in collaboration with providers Initiate and follow up on queries with providers Assist departments with diagnostic and procedural coding Respond to Insurance, compliance and RAC denials Review and assist in the maintenance of coding related policies and procedures Performs other duties as required. Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED

AS in Health Information Management, a related degree or equivalent experience 1 year of experience as an inpatient coder. Knowledge of EMR, Coding Software, and Microsoft Office Knowledge/understanding of modifiers, medical necessity & CCI edits Good Oral and Written Communication.

PREFERRED

BS in Health Information Management Knowledge of Epic and 3M software. Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED

RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, or CIC certification Disclaimer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability. Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor. Job Details Req Id 97523 Department CODING Shift Days Shift Hours Worked 4.00 FTE 0.5 Work Schedule

HRLY NON-UNION

Employee Status A5 - Regular Part-Time (975 hours per year or more) Union Non-Union Pay Range $23 - $35 hourly