Inpatient Coder/Auditor

Our innovative company is growing rapidly and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of Inpatient Coder/Auditor. Responsibilities for Inpatient Coder • Maintains DRG and coding accuracy rate of not less than 95% for optimal reimbursement department productivity standards as outlined in department policies. • Participates in improvement efforts and documentation training for medical and clinical staff as it relates to coding practices and guidelines. • Keeps current with all coding updates and information related to correct coding. • ICD-10-CM and/or PCS codes for all reportable diagnoses and procedures. • Acts as resource person to hospital staffing coding and may provide education regarding coding changes/issues. • Meets productivity standards and quality requirements as assigned by management. • Review and analyze inpatient, outpatient, and facility medical documentation. • Identify and communicate errors and opportunities for documentation improvement. • Proactively educate physicians and residents on professional inpatient, outpatient, and facility documentation requirements. Qualifications for Inpatient Coder • Certification and in good standing with the AAPC in one or more of the following- Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Administrator (RHIA) or RHIT, RHIA certification eligibility, CPC (Certified Professional Coder) CIC (Certified Inpatient, CCS (Certified Coding Specialist). • Demonstrate appropriate utilization of coding software and coding reference material to facilitate achieving accurate coded data. • Minimum of three (3) years of inpatient coding experience. • Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis for accurate coding, MS-DRG and POA assignment.