Job detail

Coder, Sr-Inpatient

WakeMed Health & Hospitals

#Medical Records #RHIT #Statistical Analysis #Clinical Documentation #Reimbursement #Health Information Management #RHIA #CPC #CCS

Quick overview

The senior coder provides extensive knowledge for timely and accurate coding and DRG assignment while abstracting medical records. They also serve as a liaison between coders and the clinical documentation specialist team regarding documentation issues.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have at least 5 years of inpatient coding experience and a relevant professional certification such as RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CCS, or COC. An associate degree in Health Information Management is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred.

associate degreebachelor degreeprofessional certificateICD-10-CMInpatient CodingICD-10-PCSHealth Information ManagementClinical Documentation ImprovementDRG AssignmentMedical Records Abstracting

Job description

Overview

Serves as the senior member of the corporate coding team by providing extensive knowledge for timely and accurate coding and DRG assignment.
Performs the function of coding, DRG assignment, collection of predefined indicators, and abstracting medical records.
Provides timely and accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for reimbursement and specific information for statistical purposes.
Serves as a liaison between coders and CDS team on coding and documentation issues.
Reviews SMART accounts on a daily basis as assigned. **Eligible remote states include NC, FL, GA, SC, SD, TN, TX and VA.**

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org. EOE

Licensure

Registered Health Information Technician Required - Or Registered Health Information Administrator Required - Or Certified Professional Coder Required - Or Certified Coding Specialist Required - Or Certified Outpatient Coder Required Education

Associate's Degree Health Information Management Required Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management Preferred Experience

5 Years Coding - Inpatient Required Diagnosis-Related Group Analysis Required