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Hours: M-F, Flexible hours after training period.

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Job Description:

The Coder II - Inpatient is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnosis and procedure codes for inpatient encounters in accordance with official coding guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. This role ensures the integrity of the patient medical record, supports appropriate reimbursement, and contributes to compliance, quality reporting, and data integrity for Powers Health hospitals.

• Reviews and evaluates inpatient medical records via the EMR to determine appropriate diagnosis and procedures to be coded based on industry standards, federal regulations and hospital guidelines.
• Accurately assigns the appropriate code set to the diagnosis and procedures documented in the EMR via the encoder and in compliance with accuracy and productivity requirements.
• Completes queries where necessary and works closely with the Clinical Documentation Improvement Team to ensure accurate documentation to support code and DRG assignment, CMI, severity of illness and mortality scores.
• Records and abstracts codes and required information in the computerized health information system on a timely basis.
• Works with the Coding Supervisor in response to requests for assistance from Patient Financial Services, physicians’ offices or patients in regard to the code assignments made for reimbursement purposes.

 Required Skills & Qualifications:

•  Minimum high school diploma; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Active AHIMA accreditation as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) required.  
• Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS coding and Official Coding Guidelines.
• Minimum of 2 years coding experience in hospital medical record coding is required; previous inpatient coding experience is preferred.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Ability to multitask, organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal direction, and complete assignments timely and accurately.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and SharePoint.
• Epic EMR experience preferred.

Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here

We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources, and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.

Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Wellness program, including free screenings
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance
• Disability income protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Reward and recognition programs

Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health. Apply today!