[Hiring] Medical Coding Specialist @MOUNTAIN VIEW HOSPITAL LLC
Role Description
Accountable for conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using an international classification of diseases. The coder assigns ICD-9- and ICD-10 CM and/or HCPCS codes, creating APC or DRG group assignment for reimbursement purposes.
• Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/procedures to optimize reimbursement.
• Must be able to read and interpret operative reports, history and physicals, physician orders, and pathology reports to determine the correct CPT and diagnosis coding.
• Ensures that records are coded in an accurate and timely manner.
• Abstracting worksheets to put codes in the computer.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Knowledge of diagnoses/procedures in accordance with ICD-9 and ICD-10 CM coding principles for acute care facilities.
• Must be CPC certified.
• One year or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to use abstracting and coding software, computer, fax machine.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• The ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital
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Accountable for conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using an international classification of diseases. The coder assigns ICD-9- and ICD-10 CM and/or HCPCS codes, creating APC or DRG group assignment for reimbursement purposes.
• Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/procedures to optimize reimbursement.
• Must be able to read and interpret operative reports, history and physicals, physician orders, and pathology reports to determine the correct CPT and diagnosis coding.
• Ensures that records are coded in an accurate and timely manner.
• Abstracting worksheets to put codes in the computer.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Knowledge of diagnoses/procedures in accordance with ICD-9 and ICD-10 CM coding principles for acute care facilities.
• Must be CPC certified.
• One year or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to use abstracting and coding software, computer, fax machine.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• The ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Benefits
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)
• Earned Quarterly Bonus Program
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Discount for medically necessary procedures performed at Mountain View Hospital and Idaho Falls Community Hospital
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