Coder III

Coder IIIJoin Our Team as a Coder IIIAre you passionate about healthcare and committed to making a difference in patient care? We're looking for a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and dedicated Coder III to join our team and help us continue our tradition of excellence.In this role, you'll play an important part in ensuring accurate and compliant coding of Facility Inpatient medical records. As a trusted member of the Deaconess Health System, you'll help ensure patient conditions and treatments are accurately reflected while supporting hospital reimbursement and the evaluation of patient care.What You'll Do:Abstract and code diagnoses and procedures from Facility Inpatient medical records using assigned classification systems, standards, and established coding conventions.Enter accurate coding information into the computerized abstracting system for hospital reimbursement and evaluation of patient care.Review inpatient health records to accurately reflect patient conditions, diagnoses, procedures, and treatments rendered.Query attending physicians as necessary to obtain thorough documentation supporting assigned codes.Utilize current healthcare references, coding guidelines, and departmental resources to ensure accurate and compliant coding.Work collaboratively with Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) staff to accurately capture the DRG and ROM/SOI of each patient.Maintain and build productivity while meeting established coding expectations.Maintain current knowledge of coding practices through webinars, coding clinics, continuing education, and professional development.Ensure compliance with Deaconess Hospital standards, departmental policies, and applicable coding requirements.Maintain required continuing education credits and current professional credentials.Perform other duties as assigned.Education & Experience:Knowledge and experience with Facility Inpatient medical record coding is required.Knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and applicable coding guidelines is required.Understanding of the healthcare revenue cycle and hospital reimbursement is preferred.Knowledge of DRG assignment and clinical documentation is preferred.Experience working with Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) staff is preferred.Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and analytical skills are required.Ability to maintain productivity and quality standards in a healthcare coding environment is required.Current coding credentials and continuing education, as applicable, are required.Certifications & Requirements:Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification is required. Other specialty or coding certifications/credentials may be considered.If you enjoy working with medical records, have a strong understanding of inpatient coding, and are committed to accuracy, compliance, and supporting quality patient care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team.HRS Remote Coder IIIEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Deaconess