Health Info Mgmt Non-Cert Coder

Salina Regional Health Center • Salina, KS

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About The Position

The coder assures quality and timely submission of demographic and diagnostic information for data retrieval and reimbursement. The position performs retrospective coding of diagnosis and procedures for all acute, inpatient and/or outpatient records and other classifications as required by third party payors. In addition, the coder monitors the KFMC DRG inquiries and follows-up as needed. Codes sets diagnoses/procedures are assigned utilizing ICD-910-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPC as appropriate. Disease Classification System. Outpatient coding is performed utilizing CPT classification system. Assists with monitoring completion of final diagnoses to facilitate timely claim submission. Physician queries created for contradicting or unclear documentation.

Requirements

• Five years coding experience in a hospital setting
• Associates degree in Health Information Science preferred
• ICD-910-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPC knowledge
• CPT classification system knowledge

Responsibilities

• Assures quality and timely submission of demographic and diagnostic information for data retrieval and reimbursement.
• Performs retrospective coding of diagnosis and procedures for all acute, inpatient and/or outpatient records and other classifications as required by third party payors.
• Monitors the KFMC DRG inquiries and follows-up as needed.
• Assigns codes sets diagnoses/procedures utilizing ICD-910-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT and HCPC as appropriate.
• Performs outpatient coding utilizing CPT classification system.
• Assists with monitoring completion of final diagnoses to facilitate timely claim submission.
• Creates physician queries for contradicting or unclear documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree