Coder Trainee

Description

The Coder/Abstractor accurately codes all diagnoses and procedures for correct billing and accurate statistical reporting using ICD-9-CM and CPT nomenclatures.

Also monitors and processes unbilled accounts and performs various computer-related tasks.

Codes all outpatient and emergency room records using standard classification systems accurately and in a timely manner.

Reviews records for medical necessity and queries physicians when necessary.

Monitors outpatient unbilled report to maintain timely coding.

Has full access to patient health information.

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, progress to remote.

• High School Diploma required. RHIT or CCS or enrollment preferred.
• Current accreditation or certification by AHIMA preferred or attains certification within 1 year of training.
• Excellent computer and typing skills required. Knowledge of all office equipment including microfilm reader printers.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and various medical specialties.
• Ability to read various handwriting, detail oriented, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to handle stress in a mature and professional manner. Ability to identify problem situations and implement actions for improvement.
• Must possess full range of body motion to pass a basic FIT test to include bending, stooping, standing and sitting for extended periods of time in order to handle medical records in file areas.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Requires normal vision/hearing range; absence of color-blindness.
• Must be able to distinguish letters and numbers.

Job code: EX-87F19B8E

Job type:
Full-time

Location:

Entry (0-2 yrs)

About the company:

ICFAI