SDC Coder - Coding - FT 1.0 (80 hrs biweekly)

In an environment of continuous quality improvement, the Certified SDC Coder is responsible for coding the professional and facility diagnoses and procedures for OR procedures based on provider documentation. Exhibits the MHS Standards of Excellence and exercises strict confidentiality at all times.

Job Functions:

• Assigns codes for diagnosis, treatments, and procedures according to the appropriate classification for surgical encounters and maintaining 90% quality standards.
• Codes charts within an appropriate number of charts per hour.
• Remain informed about coding issues to comply with federal regulations.
• Complies with all legal requirements regarding coding procedures and practices.
• Utilizes time effectively. Consistently codes and abstracts at minimum productivity standards while ensuring accuracy of coding.
• Ability to code OR procedures, is also expected to assist in certified outpatient, ancillary or charge as assigned.
• Responds promptly to internal and external customer coding requests. Responds promptly to Business Office requests to code or review coded accounts for accuracy.
• Works closely with other departments to ensure all data captured is accurate.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

• Certification of coding will be required at hire which includes RHIA, RHIT, CCA, CCS, CPC, COC, CIC, CPC-P, CEMC, CEDC, CEMA.

Special Knowledge, Skills, Training:

• Knowledge of coding regulations, CPT, ICD-10-CM, and HCPCS.
• CCI edits, LMRP, computer knowledge (Windows Based), and must be able to communicate written and orally with physicians.
• The ability to work independently as well as in a team.
• Excellent organization and problem-solving skills and the ability to change and be flexible with work priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.

Compensation Details: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits: Memorial Health System is proud to offer an affordable, comprehensive benefit package to all full time and flex time employees. To learn more about the many benefits we offer, please visit our website at www.mhsystem.org/benefits.

Bonus Eligibility: Available to qualifying full or flex time employees. Eligibility will be determined upon offer.

Memorial Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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• Memorial Health System is a federal drug-free workplace. This policy prohibits marijuana use by employees.