Clinical Coder
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Healthcare
Healthcare Administration, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Records
Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Mid coastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, Life Flight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.
ResponsibilitiesCentral Maine Healthcare is seeking a Full Time, Clinical Coder to join our Coding team!
Position Summary:
The Clinical Coder, HIM is accountable for conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using international classification of diseases CPT coding classification systems. Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/procedures to optimize reimbursement. Requires the ability to abstract clinical information from the inpatient record and identify clinical findings which suggest a need for clarification by the attending or consulting physician in order to accurately reflect the care and treatment of the patient.
Ensures that records are coded in an accurate and timely manner.
Education and Experience:
- RHIT (associate degree) minimum. CCS preferred.
- 2 or more years of previous hospital experience as an inpatient coder.
- Knowledge of diagnoses/procedures in accordance with ICD-9-CM coding principles for both acute care.
- Experience with acute rehab coding preferred.
- Knowledge of E/M coding for physician services desirable.
- Ability to work with physicians in a collaborative manner.
Full Time
ShiftDays
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