Coder Inpatient/Outpatient Surgery

Overview

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

 

Minimum 1 year coding experience in an acute care facility

 

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, coding conventions (ICD 10 – CM/PC, CPT, and HCPCS), and CMS coding requirements

 

Computer proficiency, ability to research coding questions and utilize educational resources required

 

Licensure, Registration, Certification:

 

Credentialed through American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) in one of the following:

• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

OR

 

Credentialed through American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) in one of the following:

• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Desired Qualifications:

 

Associate degree

 

 

Responsibilities

Assigns and sequences code for complex inpatient, outpatient, and surgery accounts according to established regulatory guidelines, industry best practices, and IH policies and procedures.