Overview
Job Summary
Codes diagnoses and procedures of inpatient records and abstracting information at defined facilities for reimbursement, research, and to generate statistical data. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
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Minimum Education
| Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. |
Minimum Experience
Skill and proficiency in coding inpatient records utilizing ICD CM and CPT through a minimum of 2 years' experience in an acute care facility, 4 years preferred.
Minimum Training
ICD-CM Diagnosis and Procedure Coding.
Preferred/Desired
CPT Coding
Licensure Description
One of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT).