Coder Credentialed - Inpatient

The Coder Credentialed accurately codes and abstracts medical information for billing and statistical purposes, and entering the information into a computerized database. Working independently under general supervision, this role ensures timely coding and completion of patient accounts to meet established department standards and / or goals.

Maintains timely coding and completion of patient accounts to meet established department and regulatory standards and goals.

Maintains accuracy in accordance with department and regulatory standards.

Monitors uncoded accounts and performing other workflow processes to ensure optimal revenue cycle performance.

Interacts with clinical staff and providers to improve documentation in order to accurately reflect severity of illness and appropriately support medical necessity and claims submission.

Completes all mandated education prior to deadline.

Collaborates with other team members to assist in the continuing education of the coding profession and ensure optimal performance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION :

Required : High School Diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE : Required : 3 years

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRY / LISTING :

Required : American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) - Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician's based (CCS-P) OR from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) - Certified Profession Coder (CPC), or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.