What are the responsibilities and job description for the Inpatient Medical Coder position at UMC Health System?
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Job SummaryThe Medical Coder is responsible for ICD-10 coding of diagnoses and procedures of inpatient/outpatient Emergency Room discharged patient records.
Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
- Apply diagnoses codes to in-patient, out-patient, and emergency services
- Maintain knowledge of current laws and regulations related to insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and DRG coding, sequencing, and CPT coding
- Perform quality improvement reviews as assigned
- All other assigned duties related to Health Information Management
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED
- Completion of Medical Record Technology program
- 2 years of experience in Health Information Management Coding
- Hospital coding experience preferred
Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
- RHIT, RHIA, CCS, or coding certificate
Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated skill in using 3M Encoder computer software for ICD-10-CM and CPT
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of diseases and their treatments and operative procedures
Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position will interact with medical staff and physicians throughout the hospital
Physical Capabilities
Position requires prolonged time periods of sitting at a desk, talking on a phone, and working on a computer. Essential hearing and near vision acuity required. Should be able to lift up to 10 pounds
Environmental/Working Conditions
Work area is well lighted, and subject to varying indoor temperature changes.
UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*
