Inpatient Hospital Coder

Requirements

• Inpatient Coding Experience 2+ years Preferred
• High School Diploma/G.E.D. - required
• Prior experience in hospital/inpatient medical coding - preferred
• Prior experience with 3M 360 and EPIC system - preferred
• Applicants must receive a score of 80% or above on assessment. Will consider new coders with a higher assessment score. (High proficiency)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (High proficiency)
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS Coding classification system and DRG's.
• Detail-oriented and efficient while maintaining productivity.
• Coding certification / credential through AHIMA or AAPC and be in good standing. - required
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Use a computerized encoding system to facilitate accurate inpatient facility coding. Sequence diagnoses and procedures by following the ICD-10-CM/PCS, Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS), Medicare, Medicaid and other fiscal intermediary guidelines.
• Demonstrate behavior that reflects integrity, shows a commitment to ethical and legal coding practices, and fosters trust in professional activities.
• Advances coding knowledge and practice through continuing education, including but not limited to meeting continuing education requirements.
• Utilizes official coding rules and guidelines apply the most accurate coding to represent that patient services on the hospital claim.
• Comply with comprehensive internal coding policies and procedures that are consistent with requirements.
• Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
• Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

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Additional Information

Department/Unit: Health Information Services Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $59,066.00 - $88,599.00 The Inpatient Hospital Coder applies skills and knowledge of currently mandated inpatient coding and classification systems, and official resources to select the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes (PCS), and other codes representing healthcare services. This position is responsible for selecting and sequencing the codes such that the organization receives the optimal reimbursement to which the facility is legally entitled, remembering that it is unethical and illegal to increase reimbursement by means that contradict requirements. This is a remote position.

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