HIM - INPATIENT HOSPITAL CODER (Exp.) Job at LifeBridge Health, Baltimore, MD

RzNiaUlPZk9IaTc1czBKbzFTMkpkWDBjZXc9PQ==
  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD

Job Description

REMOTE WORK OPPORTUNITY

Acceptable remote locations: District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS - CCS or CCA with 5+ years' experience or RHIT or RHIA

JOB SUMMARY: Following established conventions and guidelines, codes and abstracts the medical records of inpatients. Groups codes to determine diagnosis related groupings (DRGs-CMS and/or APR). May be asked to code day surgery, emergency and outpatient records. Meets departmental accuracy and production standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Codes Reviews medical records to determine the physicians diagnosis/procedures for the patient and assigns ICD-10CM/PCS codes to those diagnoses/procedures.
  • Abstracts predetermined information from inpatient, day surg, ER, and outpatient records and enters that information on to the medical record abstract.
  • Communicate Assures that co-workers and management are well-informed and adequately prepared by communicating information relevant to the coding area or department.
  • Researches To ensure that records are coded, grouped and abstracted properly.
REQUIREMENTS: Formal working knowledge; equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge of a specialized field. 1-3 years of experience. Certifications - CCS or CCA with 5+ years experience or RHIT or RHIA. LifeBridge Health

Job Tags

Similar Jobs

SSP

Barista Job at SSP

$18.50 / Hour Plus Tips At SSP America, our Baristas have the important role of preparing, serving, and selling wonderful beverages for our guests. If youve been to an airport, you know how important that caffeine fix is for travelers! SSP America operates... 

Nevada HR Team

Professional Land Surveyor Job at Nevada HR Team

 ...Experienced Land Surveyor - Columbus, Ohio We are an Executive Search Firm working with our amazing client to find a highly motivated...  ...accuracy and success of diverse projects by providing precise survey data and expertise. You will conduct field surveys, analyze data... 

Sanford Health

Radiologic Technologist Job at Sanford Health

 ..., we are dedicated to the work of health and healing across...  ...USA Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00...  ...qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending...  ...package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information... 

Air Sea Packing Group

Part-Time Warehouse Operative Job at Air Sea Packing Group

 ...logistics and you have a passion for it, then we just may have the perfect role for you! We are seeking talented and driven part-time warehouse operatives to join our organization. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic professional with a flawless attention to detail,... 

HAI Group

Senior Underwriter Job at HAI Group

 ...We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-oriented Senior Underwriter to join our team. This position is responsible for evaluating and...  ...departments. Works effectively within assigned authority level to achieve strategic and organizational goals. Interpersonal...