Requistion TitleCoder I Non Cert, Marshall Medical Centers South, Full-time ,Days

The following statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements, which may be inherent in the position.

A coder 1 is responsible for utilizing coding policies and procedures in evaluating the diagnostic information within the medical record for determination of accurate APC assignment for reimbursement of services rendered and for verifying/abstracting clinical information into the organization's health database. A coder also makes medical necessity determinations for Medicare and Medicaid out-patient testing utilizing the appropriate software.

A coder 1 functions under the direct authority and supervision of the Coding Supervisor and Director of Health Information Management.

Some of the many skills performed

· Coding of diagnoses for ancillary outpatient services, i.e. Laboratory, Diagnostic Imaging, PFT, etc.

EDUCATION:

· High school graduate or equivalent

· 1 - 2 years of experience in a health care setting

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

· RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CPC-H certification preferred

· Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of employment