Coder

Essential Job Functions

• Abstracts pertinent information from patient records
• Assigns ICD-10-CM or HCPCS codes, creating APC or DRG
• Concurrently and retrospectively coding inpatient and outpatient records
• Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes
• Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements
• Brings identified concerns to supervisor or department manager for resolution
• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association
• Adheres to official coding guidelines
• Assist and work with Utilization Review department
• Keeping 3M computer program current and up to date
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of successful completion of a coding certificate program in a program with AHIMA approval status.
• RHIA, RHIT, CCS, and CCS-P certification status preferred.
• Coding certification preferred from the American Health Information Management Association.
• Coder or strong training background in coding and reimbursement preferred
  
  
  

Other Skills/Abilities

• Use of interpersonal communication techniques.
• Computer skills with emphasis on healthcare systems.
• Organization and time management without direct order.
• Knowledge of team building and dynamics.
• Physical movements include sitting, reaching, bending, stooping and stretching.
  
  
  

Training Recommended

• Annual facility modules.
  
  
  

Seven paid holidays

Sick and vacation after waiting period

Health, vision, and dental coverage

Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability

401k with employer contribution

Pay in Lieu of Benefits option offered

Specialists Hospital Shreveport is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.