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Hospital Inpatient Coder I
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$20.1 - $40.85 an hour
Full-time
- The Hospital Inpatient Coder I will be oriented in the application of clinical coding based on the official Coding Convention guidelines and the AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 codes to the highest level of accuracy for each inpatient encounter.
- Works closely with the Coding Manager and/or designee in identifying key documentation to extrapolate for quality and reimbursement.
- Ensures accuracy of DRGs and extraction of core data into the HIMs abstracting system.
- Incumbent will also be instructed on the basic fundamentals of writing queries and establishing professional relationships with physicians, CDI, and other relevant individuals in order to facilitate the billing process.
- 2 yrs OP coding experience to include ambulatory surgery, observation, emergency dept and diagnostic coding; minimum use of clinical coding books required.
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