HIM CODER ABSTRACTOR II-PER DIEM

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Assign diagnosis and procedure codes based on documentation present on records for correct reimbursement and statistical databases. JOB DUTIES: Assigns codes accurately and completely to inpatient and same day care charts. Meets productivity standards established for the type of records coded. Enters codes into Meditech and completes abstract accurately. Stays informed of all current coding rules, regulations and principals. Uses both ICD and CPT coding systems to assign codes as appropriate. Participates in CDMP program as appropriate and instructed. Participates in weekend and holiday rotation as scheduled. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: High school graduate and equivalent secondary education skills. Must be graduate of a health Information Technology program or Certification by AHIMA or have equivalent experience coding in a hospital for three years or more. Graduate of Health Information Technology program preferred. Coding experience required as above. Experience with Meditech and Microsoft Word preferred. WORKING CONDITIONS: Primarily in an office setting. May be required to be in various hospital...