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INPATIENT CODERUniversity of Maryland Medical System • Baltimore, Maryland
INPATIENT CODER

INPATIENT CODER

University of Maryland Medical System • Baltimore, Maryland
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Description

I. General Summary

  • Under direct supervision, accurately codes hospital inpatient accounts for the purpose of appropriate reimbursement, research, statistics and compliance to federal and state regulations in accordance with established ICD-10-CM/PCS coding classification systems.

II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified

  • Analyzes inpatient cases, identifies and assigns ICD-10 diagnostic and PCS procedural codes for the purpose of reimbursement, research and compliance with federal and state regulations. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of coding nomenclature to ensure accurate APR-DRG/SOI/ROM and POA assignment. Utilizes critical thinking to analyze and evaluate documentation issues with consultation from the medical and clinical staff, and clinical documentation specialists as needed.
  • Monitors assigned work on a daily basis in order to facilitate the billing process within the established timeframes. Codes and abstracts records within timeframes established for each patient type.
Company Description

The University of Maryland Medical System is a 14-hospital system with academic, community and specialty medical services reaching every part of Maryland and beyond. UMMS is a national and regional referral center for trauma, cancer care, Neurocare, cardiac care, women's and children's health and physical rehabilitation. UMMS is the fourth largest private employer in the Baltimore metropolitan area and one of the top 20 employers in the state of Maryland. No organization will give you the clinical variety, the support, or the opportunities for professional growth that you'll enjoy as a member of our team.

Qualifications

III. Education and Experience

  • High School graduate or equivalent. Formal ICD-10-CM and CPT training required. Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • At least two years of experience in outpatient coding with a CCS certification (or obtain within one year) required with at least a minimum of one year of inpatient ICD-10-CM/ICD-10-PCS coding and abstracting experience in a hospital setting required.

IV. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills; filing systems; ability to prioritize workloads; meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure; excellent customer service skills; general office procedures; ability to problem solve and work with minimal supervision; familiar with basic medical terminology; computer experience; typing ability.
Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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