Coding & Charging Specialist (Non-Exempt)

About the role

The coder reviews and analyzes documentation in the medical record for inpatient, outpatient, and/or professional services to assign appropriate diagnoses/procedure codes as dictated by the physician.

Responsibilities

• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association.
• Adheres to official coding guidelines.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• 3 years coding experience in ICD-10-CM diagnoses/procedure coding and HCPCS/CPT procedure coding in the acute care inpatient/outpatient hospital or professional services setting.
• One of the following certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CPC, or CIRCC.
• Working knowledge and high level of experience with ICD-10-CM and/or CPT/HCPCS coding classification systems, MS-DRG's, APC's, MPFS/RVU's, POA's, and HAC's.
• Familiarity with 3M encoder and Epic preferred.

Qualifications

• A.S. from an accredited Health Information Technology program or B.S. from an accredited Health Information Management program.
• Prior experience preferred.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills.

Benefits

Mercy offers outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

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Schedule

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