Hospital Coder

Ernest Health • Laredo, TX

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About The Position

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Coder to join its patient-care team. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation services in Laredo, Texas, for patients recovering from serious injuries and illnesses. The Coder uses ICD-10-CM standards to code and abstract medical records for reimbursement purposes and integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Requirements

• Current knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulations, protocols, and third-party payer requirements regarding coding and billing.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain quality and safety standards.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of medical coding experience in ICD-9/ICD-10.
• Medical Coding Certification.
• Knowledge of government prospective payment system guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Use ICD-10-CM standards to code and abstract medical records for reimbursement purposes.
• Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.

Benefits

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Wellness Program with quarterly challenges and participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off, with vacation time accruing from the start date.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed