Outpatient Medical Records Coder
SDVInternational
Fresno, CA
We have IMMEDIATE openings for full-time and part-time coders!
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CODER QUALIFICATIONS
Coders performing work must:
(1) Read and interpret health information documentation to identify all diagnoses and procedures that affect the outpatient encounter.
(2) Possess formal training in: Anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pathology and disease processes, pharmacology, health record formats and content, reimbursement methodologies and conventions, rules and guidelines for current classification systems (ICD-9/10-CM and CPT).
(3) Apply knowledge of CPT format, guidelines and notes to locate the correct codes and to sequence properly for services rendered.
(4) Apply knowledge of procedural terminology to recognize when an unlisted procedure code is indicated.
(5) Code in accordance with CCI Bundling Guidelines.
(6) Use the CMS Common Procedural Coding Systems (HCPCS) where appropriate.
(7) Clarify conflicting, ambiguous or nonspecific documentation by consulting with supervisor who will be identified to Contractor along with telephone and email address in advance of the project commencement.
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Coders must be credentialed with one or more of the following:
(1) American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA): RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P
(2) American Association of Procedures Coders (AAPC): CPC or CPC-H
Credentialed coders must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in outpatient coding.
Credentialed coders must have a minimum of two (2) years of experience in inpatient coding.
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Preferred Qualifications:
1) Coders who are currently cleared to work for the United States Government.
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Company Website: www.SDVInternational.com
Company Phone: (800) 738-0669