Coder Inpatient Medical Records

Overview

Performs coding/DRG and abstracting functions for medical records, quality assessment and billing purposes. Codes all Huntsville Hospital medical records with ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes. Abstracts key data elements according to medical record review criteria. Performs coding quality assurance as needed.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

HS/GED required. Prefer post high school education in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology

Require CCS certification (certified coding specialist)

Experience

ICD-10-CM/PCS or CPT coding experience in hospital or physician's office preferred.

Additional Skills/Abilities

Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to use computer, word processing and spreadsheet software, fax machine, and copy machine.