Medical Coder 1

Baptist • Memphis, TN

2d

About The Position

Codes diagnoses and procedures of patient records. Abstracts information for reimbursement, research, and to generate statistical data. Performs daily feedback and education to providers, staff, and patients of BMG.

Requirements

• Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency.
• Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
• Knowledge of medical terminology beneficial.
• ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS
• Basic skills in verbal and written communication.
• Certification in one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialist Physician (CCSP), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA, Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/CPCH, Certified Professional Coder Payer).
• COC/CPCH;CPC-P ;CCS-P;RHIT;RHIA;CPC;CCS

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree Preferred
• Associates Degree
• Up to one year prior experience in physician/professional outpatient surgery, and/or emergency department coding.

Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records.
• Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement, statistical purposes for the daily operations, medical staff, and regulatory agencies.
• Serves as a resource to physicians, physician office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc.
• Completes all requirements for assigned goals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree