Coder II

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Hospital Coder II reviews and accurately codes and abstracts the most complex hospital services such as same day surgeries, in-patient procedures, overnight / multi-night stay services and all other complex medical services. The Hospital Coder II utilizes appropriate coding guidelines to assign ICD and CPT codes. Must understand and conform to applicable Medicare, Medicaid and other third party payor guidelines to ensure receipt of accurate reimbursement. Work in collaboration with the Clinical Documentation Improvement team to ensure accurate DRG assignment. Work closely with management to resolve problems and meet deadlines.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required or 3 years of inpatient coding experience in lieu of CCS
• Above educational qualifications can be substituted for: 3 – 6 years of coding experience OR demonstrated success in coding complex medical services with consistent accuracy.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 coding principles and guidelines
• Basic computer skills
• Effective communication skills – both verbal and written
• Decision making, problem solving and analytical skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelors or Associate degree

Responsibilities

• Reviews and accurately codes and abstracts the most complex hospital services such as same day surgeries, in-patient procedures, overnight / multi-night stay services and all other complex medical services.
• Utilizes appropriate coding guidelines to assign ICD and CPT codes.
• Understands and conforms to applicable Medicare, Medicaid and other third party payor guidelines to ensure receipt of accurate reimbursement.
• Works in collaboration with the Clinical Documentation Improvement team to ensure accurate DRG assignment.
• Works closely with management to resolve problems and meet deadlines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED