Inpatient DRG Medical Coder

Sutherland • Louisville, KY

96d

About The Position

In this role, we will look to you to analyze and interpret complex records in order to identify and accurately bill for Trauma 1 facility Inpatient services. Specifically, you will assign and sequence correct diagnostic and procedure codes in compliance with third party payor requirements, and when necessary, obtain clarification when presented with conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of inpatient coding experience in a trauma 1 setting.
• RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS, CIC certification.
• Strong communication, analytical and research skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Demonstrated knowledge of coding concepts for facility diagnosis and procedure coding and DRG assignment.
• Knowledge of legal and policy directives pertinent to coding.
• Familiarity with proper reference materials, standards and guidelines for coding.
• Experience using various EMRs and encoders or ability to learn quickly.
• Understanding of confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret complex records for Trauma 1 facility Inpatient services.
• Assign and sequence correct diagnostic and procedure codes.
• Ensure compliance with third party payor requirements.
• Obtain clarification for conflicting, ambiguous, or non-specific documentation.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees