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Responsible for coding and abstracting of inpatient and outpatient discharges. Works closely with billing department to assure compliance with governmental rules and regulations and insurance billing guidelines. Serves as liason with medical staff concerning documentation issues.
Responsible for monitoring of Delinquent Abstract report daily and meeting productivity and accuracy standards according to hospital expectations. Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Associate degree from an accredited school for the Accredited Record Technicians program, preferred or successful completion of the Coding Module from the American Health Information Home Study Program, accepted.
Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, CPT-4 coding guidelines. Knowledgeable of current Medicare and Medicaid rules and regulations. Experience in encoder software.
Knowledge of abstracting and use of databases. Ability to interact professionally with all levels of personnel. Ability to work under pressure.
Excellent communication skills required. Minimum of two years coding experience within an acute care setting.
Days shift · 7:30am -4p
About the role
Responsible for coding and abstracting of inpatient and outpatient discharges. Works closely with billing department to assure compliance with governmental rules and regulations and insurance billing guidelines. Serves as liason with medical staff concerning documentation issues.