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Health Information Management CoderReno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital • Reno, NV, US
Health Information Management Coder

Health Information Management Coder

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital • Reno, NV, US
7 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION :

Responsible for assisting in day-to-day operations of the HIM Department. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to :

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Answering phone calls; scanning documents; emptying binders
  • Reviews medical documentation and reviews assigned medical codes.
  • Tracking, processing, and evaluating requests for release of information (ROI).
  • Demonstrates knowledge in HIPAA standards
  • Demonstrates knowledge of existing and emerging requirements related to privacy and confidentiality of health information
  • Follows all policies, protocols, and standards of the HIM process
  • Demonstrates the ability to gather data, compile information for the preparation of reports

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience :

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
  • Coding Certification Required.
  • Minimum one (1) year administrative experience preferred
  • Previous experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.
  • Ability to maintain information as highly confidential.
  • Knowledge of applicable laws, standards, and regulations affecting health information systems, specifically in behavioral health service areas.
  • Physical Requirements :

    While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following :

  • Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.   Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time.
  • Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.
  • Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and / or analyze complex data and information.
  • Vision : see details of objects at close range.
  • Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Reach forward, up, down, and to the side.
  • Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
  • Lift up to (30) pounds, exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 30 pounds of force frequently.
  • Benefits

    We proudly offer the following benefits available 1st of the month following just one month of employment :

  • Competitive rates
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Comprehensive package of benefits to include :
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life, Pet, Identity Theft Insurance
  • 401k
  • Generous paid time off
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
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