Coder Abstractor Certified

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, reviews and abstracts the demographic, financial and clinical data from the inpatient medical record for the purpose of assigning ICD diagnosis/procedures, HCPCS, and CPT. Ensures that inpatient and outpatient records are coded, abstracted and entered into computer system in an accurate and timely manner.

Work requires the level of knowledge normally acquired through completion of two to three years of occupational-specific education beyond High School or an Associate's Degree in Health Information Technology or a closely related field and two to three years of previous work related experience. Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) AHIMA's coding certification required or within 1 year of hire. Work requires the analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific knowledge and the ability to exchange information on factual matters.