Certified Coder I

Position Summary

This position is a certified coder who assigns ICD and CPT codes to diagnoses and procedures and abstracts the codes and patient data into the Financial and Clinical computer systems. Position Qualifications: High school diploma or GED. Successfully pass Records Custodian Class. Successfully completed and passed Medical Terminology Course.

Successfully completed and passed ICD-9 (or equivalent) Course. Successfully completed and passed CPT-4 (or equivalent) Course. 6 months experience in medical records. Must be a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist – Physician based (CCS-P) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or Certified Professional Coder – Hospital based (CPC-H).

Must have AAPC or AHIMA Certification. Able to operate printers, copiers, faxes and shredders. Able to use appropriate menus in the Clinical and Financial computer systems. Able to use 3M’s Code 3 Coding and Reimbursement system. Able to type 50 wpm or faster (corrected for errors).

Benefits

Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time Eleven paid holidays Comprehensive healthcare coverage Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account Retirement plans Employee Wellness Center Plus More! C#