Certified Coder

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Coder.

Key Responsibilities

• Assign codes for diagnoses and procedures based on physician and nursing documentation
• Abstract data for input into the Medical Center's computerized database
• Convert patient encounters into appropriate classification assignments for reimbursement

Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Health Information, Medical Records, Medical Coding, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Current certification as CCS, CCS-P, CPC, or CPC-H
• At least 12 months of full-time coding experience in an acute care facility
• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and coding conventions (ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT-4)
• Familiarity with DRG systems and computerized billing systems