Summary
Job Summary

The Inpatient Coder III position is the senior expert Inpatient DRG coder responsible for timely and accurate coding of the more complicated inpatient records and has been trained to code all Inpatient patient records. The Inpatient Coder III position has expert knowledge on all coding guidelines and MS-DRG reimbursement. As an expert DRG Coder, this position will also act as a mentor to less experienced coders. The Inpatient Coder III is responsible for reviewing and analyzing documentation present in the medical record for Inpatient cases to assign ICD 10 CM diagnoses and ICD 10 PCS procedures based on the documentation in the medical record. The Inpatient Coder III has expert knowledge on all coding guidelines and MS-DRG reimbursement and Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association.

Job Requirements

Education

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Required: Completion of Coding Program

Experience

Required: Must have one of the following certifications RHIT/RHIA/CCS/CIC and must score 90% on the Internal Proficiency Exam OR must have 5 years of inpatient coder experience and a score of at least 90% on the Internal Coder Proficiency Exam

Skills

Must have the analytical ability to interpret data contained in medical records and assign appropriate codes for accurate reimbursement.

Expert knowledge in ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS (Inpatient Coding) classification systems

Expert knowledge of DRG reimbursement.

Expert knowledge of POA and HAC assignments.

Ability to work under high production standards and minimal supervision due to tenure in Inpatient coding.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and concepts effectively.

Demonstrates competency with use of computers and various computer programs.

Visual acuity necessary to read and decipher handwriting and electronic documentation.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Required: One of the following credentials: AHIMA: RHIT, RHIA, or CCS OR AAPC: CIC

Additional Information
***Candidates may be eligible for a sign on bonus***

Job Benefits & Perks!

Tuition reimbursement up to $1200 per year
Additional Educational Assistance programs available
Health/Dental/Vision
Retirement with employer match
20% tuition discount on most classes at Cox College
On-site Daycare with extended hours, holidays and weekends
Employee Discount at CoxHealth Fitness Centers
Pharmacy delivery to your unit
On-site Employee Health services
Opportunity to earn referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per hire for certain positions
1906 Employee Store
Cafeteria discount

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