Coder Inpatient- Medical Records

Job description

Overview Performs coding/DRG and abstracting functions for medical records, quality assessment and billing purposes. Codes all Huntsville Hospital medical records with ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes. Abstracts key data elements according to medical record review criteria. Performs coding quality assurance as needed. Qualifications: Education/Certification: HS/GED required. Prefer post high school education in anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology Require CCS certification (certified coding specialist) Experience: ICD-10-CM/PCS or CPT coding experience in hospital or physician’s office preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a fast paced environment, requiring prioritizing and changing tasks frequently and quickly. Must be able to maintain confidentiality. Must be able to use computer, word processing and spreadsheet software, fax machine, and copy machine. About Us: Highlights of our hospitals: Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report . With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emerge...