The Coder I, Inpatient is responsible for coding inpatient accounts less than $15,000 and any outpatient accounts, provides timely and accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for reimbursement and specific information for statistical purposes. Remains current with recognized resources - AHA Coding Clinic and Official Coding Guidelines. Groups discharges utilizing the 3M encoder selecting the appropriate DRG for reimbursement. Communicates with physicians and clinical staff regarding coding and documentation issues.
**Eligible remote states include NC, FL, GA, SC, SD, TN, TX and VA.**
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure
Registered Health Information Administrator Or Registered Health Information Technician Or Certified Professional Coder Or Certified Outpatient Coder Or Certified Coding Specialist Required
Education
Associate's Degree Health Information Management Preferred Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management Preferred
Experience
2 Years Coding - Inpatient Preferred
Associate's or bachelor's degree in health information management preferred; 2 years of inpatient coding preferred; requires RHIA, RHIT, CPC, COC, or CCS credential.
Key Responsibilities
- coding accounts
- grouping discharges
- communicating issues
Skills & Tools
ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, 3M encoder, AHA Coding Clinic
Job Details
- Category: Healthcare Services - Allied Health
- Seniority: Entry Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — Raleigh or Florida or Georgia or South Carolina or South Dakota or Tennessee or Texas or Virginia
- Languages: English
About WakeMed
A healthcare provider serving the community with hospital and health services. — Industry: Healthcare