CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT

Job Title

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

Education

Associates or Bachelors degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or Coding, preferred. Position requires formal working knowledge equivalent to a two or four year degree in HIM or Coding.

Registration/Certification/Licensure

AHIMA Certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P) or AAPC Certifications (CPC, CPC-H) required upon hire/transfer or within 12 months of hire/transfer.

Experience

1+ years outpatient facility coding or related experience. Familiarity with Meditech 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. Ability to effectively communicate with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of HIM workflow. Ability to complete and submit physician queries as appropriate. 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.