Coder Auditor Trainee - PHMI Medical Records

Prime Healthcare, an award-winning health system headquartered in Ontario, California, operates 51 hospitals and over 360 outpatient locations across 14 states, providing more than 2.5 million patient visits annually. With nearly 57,000 employees and physicians, it is one of the nation's leading health systems. Eighteen of its hospitals are members of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity.

Responsibilities

The Inpatient Coder Auditor Trainee reviews and analyzes documentation in medical records for inpatient visits to ensure accuracy of diagnosis and procedure codes. The role involves finalizing coding and abstracting medical records, ensuring correct assignment of ICD-9-CM or ICD-10/PCS, CPT, and HCPCS codes, supported by clinical documentation. The trainee assumes primary responsibility for DRG validation and accuracy, assists Clinical Documentation Specialists and medical staff in improving documentation quality, and participates in chart review projects.

Qualifications

Required:

• Medical Graduate, PA, or Nursing Graduate
• Basic computer experience

Preferred:

• Registered Health Information Technician (R.H.I.T.) or Registered Health Information Administrator (R.H.I.A.)
• One year of clinical experience in an acute care setting
• Experience with encoder software for coding in an acute care setting
• Data entry skills with 10-key and typing speed of 35 WPM
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills

Prime Healthcare offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, 401K, medical/dental/vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, among others. The estimated salary range for this role is $25.00 to $28.75 per hour, with final offer based on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

• Seniority level:
  Internship
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Healthcare Provider
• Industries:
  Wellness and Fitness Services, Medical Practices, Hospitals and Healthcare