Health Information Management Coder/Abstractor

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DEPARTMENT
Health Information Management, aka Medical Records

EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time (M-F)

MEDICAL CODER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Receive and review patient charts and documents for accuracy

  • Ensure that all codes are current and active

  • Report missing or incomplete documentation

  • Meet daily coding production

  • Update and maintain document lists

  • Performs accurate charge entries

  • Ensure proper coding on provider documentation

  • Serves as a resource regarding insurance resolutions and coding questions

  • Follows coding guidelines and legal requirements to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or GED or equivalent; Associates degree in related field preferred

  • Medical Coding Certificate; RHIT or CPC by AAPC or AHIMA license; meet state licensure requirements preferred

  • Medical coding experience a plus

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

  • AHIMA coding certification a plus

EDUCATION

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

I hereby certify that I have been informed of the duties of the position that I am applying for and that the information of this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I agree to have any of the statements checked by the Mountains Community Hospital unless I have indicated to the contrary. I understand and agree that, if offered a position, I will be required to take and pass a physical examination including drug testing before I will be allowed to commence work. Further I understand that falsification or omission of any material information on this application may be considered sufficient cause for immediate termination. I agree that, if employed, I will abide by and observe all policies, procedures, rules and regulations established by Mountains Community Hospital and understand that my employment is at will, if hired.