Coder I (Inpatient) - Full Time - Days

Texas Health Resources • Arlington, TX • 24min ago

Coder I (Inpatient)

Are you looking for a rewarding career with a top-notch healthcare company? We are looking for qualified Inpatient Coders like you to join our Texas Health Family

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

Here's What You Need

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent REQUIRED and

Other 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 or

Associate's Degree Health Information Technology REQUIRED or

Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administration REQUIRED

Experience

1 Year Inpatient coding experience in acute care hospital setting REQUIRED

Licenses and Certifications

CCA - Certified Coding Associate Upon Hire REQUIRED or

COC - Certified Outpatient Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED or

RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire REQUIRED or

CPC - Certified Professional Coder Upon Hire REQUIRED or

RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator Upon Hire REQUIRED or

CCS - Certified Coding Specialist Upon Hire REQUIRED or

CCS-P - Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-based Upon Hire REQUIRED or

Other CMC, CIC, CCDS, CDIP Upon Hire REQUIRED or

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. Able to read and interpret health record documentation relevant to coding, typically provided by a single provider. 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

Reviews and interprets health record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis/procedures that require code assignment for inpatient records. Demonstrates appropriate utilization of coding software: computer-assisted coding (CAC), electronic health record (EHR) and online coding reference material and/or other utilized technology. Assigns/sequences ICD-10-CM and PCS codes to selected medical records per Coding Guidelines, THR Coding Compliance Policies, CMS and other third party payers. Ability to identify the need for and to write accurate queries to providers to ensure appropriate documentation for accurate coding. Maintains adequate quality and production. Abstracts pertinent information from patient medical records. Correctly identifies and abstracts all physicians and disposition codes. Ability to communicate with and discuss DRG variances with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI) Maintains coding proficiency by keeping up-to-date on coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic. Completes 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 of being a Texas Heath Coder

Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits. A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .

Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted.Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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