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Coder III

Infirmary Health

Posted a month ago, valid for 13 days

Mobile, AL, US

Competitive

Full Time

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The job requires a coding professional with a minimum of 3 years of experience in an acute care facility.
Responsibilities include assigning and sequencing codes for complex inpatient DRG encounters, as well as coding for outpatient surgery and observation encounters when necessary.
Candidates should have knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding conventions, along with familiarity with CMS coding requirements.
Certification through recognized organizations such as AHIMA or AAPC is necessary, with options including RHIT, RHIA, or CCS.
The position offers a competitive salary, which is not explicitly stated in the job description.

Overview

Responsibilities

Assigns and sequences codes for complex inpatient DRG encounters according to established regulatory guidelines, industry best practices, and Infirmary Health (IH) policies and procedures. May also be required to assign codes for outpatient surgery and observation encounters as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

3 years’ coding experience in an acute care facility

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology

Knowledge of ICD‑10‑CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS coding conventions

Knowledge of CMS coding requirements

Computer proficiency; ability to research coding questions and utilize educational resources

Licensure, Registration, Certification:

One of the following:

Credentialed through American Health Information Management Association in one of the following:

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Credentialed through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

Desired Qualifications:

Associate's Degree

Desired Licnesure/Registration, Certification:

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

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