Position Summary
Position is responsible for ICD-9 and ICD-10 Inpatient/Outpatient coding of diagnosis and procedures. When reviewing documentation, must be able to interact with all medical and clinical staff.
Primary Position Responsibilities
• Codes and abstracts inpatient/outpatient records using ICD-10 • Queries medical/clinical staff for clarification of documentation • Uses 3M360 computer-assisted coding program for coding and tracking queries • Meets daily productivity standards, along with meeting Team Goal for DNFC (Discharge Not Final Coded)
Qualifications
Minimum Education: Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent Must have Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and/or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Preferred: Associates Degree
Minimum Years of Experience: Required: Minimum 2-3 years coding experience Preferred: Minimum 2-3 years of hospital coding experience
License, Registry or Certification: Required: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and/or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) Preferred:
Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities: Required: Proficient in ICD-9 and ICD-10, DRG Assignment, CPT-4 coding Excellent verbal/written communication skills Preferred: Previous use of 3M Assisted Coding System
Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to:
• Medical • Dental • Vision • Family forming • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Retirement savings
The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicants hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).