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CERTIFIED CODING SPECIALIST

Archbold, Thomasville, Georgia, United States, 31792

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Certified Coding Specialist- Medical Records

Qualification: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) with American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) with American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Preferred Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).

Must have one year of experience in hospital based work related to the Health Information Management Department, knowledge of the ICD-10-CM coding system and CPT-4 coding system and medical terminology. Typing skill is necessary. Knowledge of computer technology.

Responsibilities

Accurately codes the hospital inpatient and outpatient record by abstracting information on the face sheet.

Always scans the hospital inpatient and outpatient record for diagnostic and procedural information to optimize all Medicare, Medicaid and commercial payers.

Always uses forms appropriate to the task; demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attendance to detail at all times.

Always searches through progress notes, history and physical, operative notes, pathology reports, nurses notes, and orders to determine final diagnoses.

Always examines all forms in the hospital inpatient and outpatient record to assure all forms contained in the record pertains to one patient (verify patient name and patient number).

Reviews hospital record for completion of Performance Measure/Indicators forms when appropriate.

Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively and express ideas clearly.

Promptly reports physician complaints to a Coding Manager.

Demonstrates the ability to read, write, and comprehend the contents of a medical record sufficiently to code hospital inpatient and outpatient records.

Demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS and CPT-4 medical coding systems and APC/DRG's.

Demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of medical terminology; asks questions to clarify misunderstandings.

Demonstrates a complete understanding of all procedures concerning the sequencing of diagnoses, operations or procedures as outlined in the department procedure manual.

Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and physiology to interpret general medical classifications for coding inpatient and outpatient data.

Perks/Benefits

Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization

Medical / Dental

Retirement Plan

PTO and paid life insurance

What Sets Us Apart Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.

For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.

You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.

What We Offer We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.

We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.

Work/Life Balance

Planning for the Future

Low-Cost Prescriptions

Health & Wellness Benefits

Planning for Life’s Unexpected Moments

Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.

Vision A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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