In Patient Coder (Remote)| Health Information & Record Management | Full Time

Overview This position is designated as "remote". However, the new hire will need to come for onboarding and hospital orientation in person.

Responsibilities The Coder IP is responsible for evaluating and assigning the appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS classification system Assures proper coding and MS-DRG and/or APR-DRG assignment for all coded records. Inputs coding and patient information in the appropriate computer system(s) for billing and abstracting purposes and identifies and corrects information discrepancies.

Qualifications Education:

• Post High School Special Training

Licensure/Certification/Registration - Credentials or equivalent through AHIMA or AAPC

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required - Knowledge of basic and advanced ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding instructions is required, as well as medical terminology, anatomy and physiology

• Verifiable training in coding systems, advanced medical and anatomical terminology, clinical theory, and reimbursement principles found in college courses, hospital in-service, and/or approved seminars
• Minimum of 1 year experience in acute care coding, including Medicare, MS-DRGs and APR-DRGs
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English