CODING SPECIALIST - INPATIENT

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

• Job Summary:

  • Codes and abstracts inpatient medical records in accordance with established coding conventions and guidelines.

• Education:

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or Coding, preferred. Position requires formal working knowledge equivalent to a two or four year degree in Coding.

• Registration/Certification/Licensure:

  • AHIMA Certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P)

  • AAPC Certifications (CPC, CPC-H)

• Experience:

  • 2+ years inpatient hospital coding or 2+ years outpatient hospital coding applicable to current CalvertHealth employees at the time of transfer, required.

  • Possess a strong grasp of: All Patient Refined Diagnosis Related Groups (APR-DRGs) - Maryland, and Potentially Preventable Complications (PPCs)/Maryland Hospital Acquired Conditions (MHACS), required.

  • Familiarity with Meditech, 3M HDM and 3M Coding and Reimbursement System, preferred.

  • 360 Encompass experience, a plus.

• Other Requirements:

  • Maintains unit-specific and hospital competencies, mandatory learning, and any clinical certifications required in accordance with the Staff Education and Training policy GA-057 and/or any other department requirements.

  • Comprehensive knowledge of Pathophysiology, disease processes, Pharmacology and Medical Terminology.

  • Effectively communicates with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing, by implementing organization-wide communication techniques as a daily practice.

  • Demonstrated proficiency of computer skills necessary to effectively complete position requirements.

  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks producing quality work that is timely.

  • Knowledge of HIM workflow.

  • Ability to complete and submit physician queries as appropriate.