Inpatient Coder

Our Client, an IT Services and Consulting company, is looking for an Inpatient Coder to work remotely.

Responsibilities:

Review documentation to code diagnosis and procedures Communicate with physicians to obtain or clarify diagnosis and/or procedures via the query process Assign accurate codes utilizing an electronic encoder application in accordance with practice policy and regulatory guidelines Perform Peer Reviews of Company Health Information Management coding auditors and coders Complete reports as requested Maintain minimum accuracy rate of 98% while meeting internal productivity standards set by company Maintain productivity expectations: inpatient 24 encounters per day, 3 encounters per hour, 20 minutes to code each encounter

Requirements:

AHIMA credential Minimum 3 years IP coding experience at an Academic/Trauma Level 1 facility APR DRG experience Experience must include all IP areas/service types - anything and everything an inpatient admission would be required for CCS, RHIT or RHIA (AHIMA) Minimum of two years of facility based inpatient experience Knowledge of Federal, state and payer regulations Capable of interpreting medical records reports and chart entries Able to work independently and as a team member Capable of applying judgment and decision making Base office skills (Word, Excel) Pass Coding Assessment with score 80% or greater. Why Should You Apply? Health Benefits Referral Program Excellent growth and advancement opportunities ICONMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law. #alljobs