CCS Licensed Inpatient Coding Specialist

A company is looking for a Coding Specialist I - Inpatient Acute Care Coding.

Key Responsibilities

Codes and abstracts inpatient records using ICD-10-CM and other classification schemes

Ensures accuracy of diagnoses, procedures, and patient demographics while adhering to compliance regulations

Participates in quality improvement teams and resolves quality reviews in a timely manner

Required Qualifications, Training, and Education

High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a coding-related field preferred

Courses in Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, ICD-CM, and ICD-PCS required

At least 6 months to 1 year of inpatient acute care coding experience preferred

CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) required within 1 year of hire

Experience with clinical information systems preferred