Inpatient Medical Coder

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reviewed inpatient medical records and assigned accurate ICD-10-CM and PCS codes for diagnoses and procedures.

Assigned and sequenced codes accurately based on medical record documentation.

Assigned POA (Present on Admission) indicators correctly.

Thorough understanding and application of medical necessity, DRGs, APGs, and APRs for processing claims

Adhered to coding clinics and guidelines, and queried physicians for clarification as needed.

Checking on the account status regularly if kept on Hold and follow up with respective leaders when needed.

Knowledge of 3M coding and abstracting software, PCI, and Meditech systems

REQUIREMENTS:

At least 2 years of experience in Inpatient Medical Coding

Nursing or any medical allied course graduate

Must have an active coding certification (CCS/CIC/CPC)

Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology

Familiarity with ICD-10 CM & PCS codes and procedures

Able to work independently.

Strong familiarity with using EMR Systems such as Epic

Knowledgeable in basic coding guidelines, Root Operation, and Principal Guidelines.

We offer the following:

• HMO on day 1
• Competitive Salary package
• Fixed weekends off