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HumanEdge

Medical Coder

HumanEdge, Hartford, Connecticut, United States

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Overview

Growing Healthcare system is seeking a remote Inpatient Coder III for a long term contract role with great growth potential. Qualifications Qualified applicants must have CCS (AHIMA) and a minimum of 2 years' inpatient coding experience. Responsibilities

Analyzes medical records using the Uniform Hospital Discharge Data Set (UHDDS). Interprets documentation and assigns proper International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Edition, Clinical Modification (ICD-10-CM) diagnoses and ICD-10-Procedural Classification System (ICD-10-PCS) operative procedure codes utilizing designated software to include Computer Assisted Coding (CAC) and/or encoder, coding manuals and other reference material. Reviews DRG assigned to each record. Enters coded/abstracted information into software, analyzes DRG groupings, and observes for appropriate DRG assignment. Reviews high-dollar and more complex cases including but not limited to medical, surgical, behavioral health and IP Rehabilitation. Applies IRF-PAI guidelines for IP Rehabilitation coding. Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience Experience & Skills Required

Min 2 years' inpatient coding experience CCS (AHIMA) ICD-10-CM diagnostic and ICD-10-PCS procedure codes UHDDS IP Rehabilitation IRF-PAI coding requirement Clinical information related to areas of responsibility Seniority level

Not Applicable Employment type

Contract Job function

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Hospitals and Health Care

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