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Coder I (Inpatient) - Full Time - Days
Coder I (Inpatient) - Full Time - DaysTexas Health Resources • Arlington, TX, US
Coder I (Inpatient) - Full Time - Days

Coder I (Inpatient) - Full Time - Days

Texas Health Resources • Arlington, TX, US
12 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Coder I (Inpatient)

Like you to join our Texas Health Family. We are looking for qualified Inpatient Coders to join our team.

Work location : Remote

Work hours : Flexible hours

HIMS Coding Department Highlights

  • 100% remote work
  • Opportunity to learn Inpatient Coding
  • Flexible hours / scheduling
  • Terrific work / life balance

Qualifications

Education

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent REQUIRED
  • Completion of a hospital coding course / program from a nationally recognized organization (e.g., AHIMA, AAPC, or ACDIS) OR completion of Texas Health Resource's Clinical Coding Apprenticeship Program REQUIRED
  • Associate's Degree in Health Information Technology REQUIRED
  • Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Administration REQUIRED
  • Experience

  • 1 year Inpatient coding experience in an acute care hospital setting REQUIRED
  • Licenses and Certifications

  • CCA – Certified Coding Associate Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • COC – Certified Outpatient Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • RHIT – Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • CPC – Certified Professional Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • RHIA – Registered Health Information Administrator Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • CCS – Certified Coding Specialist Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • CCS-P – Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based Upon Hire REQUIRED
  • Skills

  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis to arrive at correct code assignment
  • Accurately distinguishes between symptoms and a true diagnosis
  • Applies knowledge of ICD-10-CM and PCS Procedure Guidelines
  • Ability to read and interpret health record documentation relevant to coding
  • Keeps abreast of new developments in coding
  • Basic knowledge of automated encoding system and computer assisted coding methods
  • General knowledge of EHRs (electronic health record systems)
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize decision tree logic to arrive at coding assignment
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook and Word
  • What You Will Do

  • Review and interpret health record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis / procedures that require code assignment for inpatient records
  • Demonstrate appropriate utilization of coding software : computer-assisted coding (CAC), electronic health record (EHR) and online coding reference material and / or other utilized technology
  • Assign / sequences ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to selected medical records per Coding Guidelines, THR Coding Compliance Policies, CMS and other third-party payers
  • Identify the need for and write accurate queries to providers to ensure appropriate documentation for accurate coding
  • Maintain adequate quality and production
  • Abstract pertinent information from patient medical records
  • Correctly identify and abstract all physician and disposition codes
  • Communicate with and discuss DRG variances with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI)
  • Maintain coding proficiency by keeping up-to-date on coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic
  • Complete all required training and education, including any continuing education units (CEUs) as required for any credentials / certifications held and / or THR coding compliance requirements
  • Additional Perks

  • Benefits include 401(k), PTO, medical, dental, paid parental leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment program
  • A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth
  • Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org

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