| Coder - Home Health Care - Per Diem |
We are seeking a qualified Per Diem Coder for PRN for Home Health Care.
Schedule: Per Diem/PRN
BASIC FUNCTION:
¶ Abstracts clinical information from medical records and assigns appropriate codes to patient records.
¶ Documents and codes final diagnoses.
¶ Confirms appropriate DRG assignments and provides information to other hospital functions - particularly patient accounting services.
¶ Performs statistical analysis of medical record data.
¶ Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information.
¶ Assists with implementation of new coding software.
¶ Rectifies computer error listings.
¶ Orients and mentors new staff members.
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Qualified candidates must demonstrate the following skills and abilities:
¶ Certified by the American Health Information Management Association as a Coding Specialist (CCS).
¶ Advanced understanding of medical terminology and body systems/anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.
¶ Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
¶ Ability to manage significant work load meeting established deadlines with minimal supervision.
This position requires occasional to frequent lifting up to 75-100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting, pushing, pulling, and overhead lifting.
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Benefits
• Medical & Dental & Vision and Prescription
• Paid Vacation/Holiday/Sick Time
• 1-3 days bereavement leave for immediate family
• Long/Short Term Disability plans
• Promotions & Annual merit increases depending on performance
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