Coder II

Job description

Shift: Days Job type: Full Time: Hours: 8am-5pm Mon-Fri: GENERAL DUTIES: The Coder II is responsible for accurate coding and abstracting of clinical information from the medical record. The position is responsible for maintaining Tenet standards for coding data quality and integrity, as well as productivity within established guidelines. The Coder II is responsible for coding of Tenet facilities as assigned, assisting with productive coding to maintain DNFC, and assisting with the training of new coders, resolving coding edits, CARDS edits and/or other projects. The Coder II codes and abstracts Ancillary, Emergency Department, Outpatient Surgery, Observation, or low acuity Inpatient encounters according to the Tenet Coding Quality Standards policy/procedure. Coding function includes diagnosis, PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, CARDS and coding edit resolution. Required: - Complies with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, safety, environmental and infection control standards. - Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations. - Consistently demonstrates a professional and proactive attitude and actions in all...