What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coder Abstractor II (Remote) ****$3,000 Sign On Bonus position at Peninsula Regional Medical Center?
- Seaford, DE
- TidalHealth Nanticoke
- Health Information
- Full Time - Monday - Friday - 7a-3:30p
- Req #: 29428
Why work at TidalHealth?
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Coder Abstractor II Position Summary
The primary function of the Coder/Abstractor II is to apply the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval and analysis and claims processing. Adheres to all Medical Center policies and procedures as well as abides by the standards of Ethical coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to Official Coding guidelines as published by the Coding Clinic and CPT Assistant.
Coder Abstractor II Position Requirements
Education
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Completion of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology and coding course required.
- ART, CCS required within two years of employment in the position.
Experience
- One to two years experience in computer entry and knowledge of Windows preferred.
- Experience with inpatient ICD-9 CM and outpatient CPT-4 Code assignments.
- Computer experience and Microsoft Office required.
Coder Abstractor II Work Schedule
- Full time, Five 7.5 hour shifts per week.
- Overtime only necessary due to volumes and when approved by the HIM Director
Coder Abstractor II Benefits
- At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 72 hours per pay period, part-time employees working at least 36 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits.
- Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.
