Certified Coder I

Company: Hendrick Health
Location: Abilene
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARYResponsible for accurately interpreting patient records to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 diagnostic and CPT procedural codes patient records. JOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalentMinimum Work Experience 1 year of related experienceRequired Licenses/CertificationsCertification requiredRequired Skills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesThorough working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.Thorough knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines.Knowledge of current third-party billing and collection regulatory guidelines.Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills.Requires a minimum typing speed of forty (40) words per minute and ten-key by touch.Requires proficiency in general office automation including operation of fax machines, copy machines, adding machines, postage machines, and multi-line phone systems.Requires proficiency in working with a PC, the Internet, and MS Windows. Requires a high degree of organization. Ability to gather and interpret clinical data.Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Ability to establish/maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and providers.Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with patients using interpersonal skills.Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all staff, managers and physicians.Ability to prioritize and multi-task.Designated DriverNoOSHA Category3 - Low Risk

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