Inpatient Coder III

Description

Professional - Nonclinical
Req #: 75901

Summary:
The Inpatient Coder III role is responsible for identifying and accurately assigning ICD10 diagnostic and ICD10 procedural codes after thorough review of provider documentation; and abstracts demographic and clinical information for inpatient records for the purpose of data collection, reimbursement, research and compliance with state and federal regulations and other agencies utilizing established coding principles and protocols.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Associate's Degree in Health Information Management and/or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management, or other science-based degree such as nursing preferred.
2. License/Certifications: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Nurse (RN), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required.
3. Experience: One year of experience as an inpatient coder at an acute care or academic teaching facility required or successful completion of inpatient coding apprenticeship program. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of an Inpatient Coder II role.

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Additional Information

If you have questions about this role, please contact lauren.robare@mainehealth.org