HIM Coder - Professional

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Works under the supervision of the HIM Manager (Operations & Auditing). The primary function of the HIM Coder - Professional is to code and charge medical office visits for professional claims. Must be able to review and edit charges in Meditech as well as review leveling criteria for E/M charging accuracy, charge for procedures and other billable services provided in the clinic/office setting.

Must be able to code ICD-10 diagnoses and CPT codes while ensuring they are assigned correctly and sequenced appropriately. Must apply HCC/risk coding concepts to ensure the appropriate risk score is assigned to each patient. Must understand the basic ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT procedure coding rules and guidelines. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
• Successful completion of the HIM Coder – Professional/HCC competency exam within 6 months of hire required
• Successful completion of medical terminology course required
• Successful completion of an anatomy and physiology course preferred
• Successful completion of a formal coding training program preferred

Licensure:

• Professional Coder certification (CPC, CCS-P, RHIA or RHIT) through
  
  AHIMA or AAPC by May 3, 2026 -or- within 1 year of hire required

Experience:

• Two years of coding and charging experience required,
  -or- successful completion of an accredited coding course.

The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.

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