Coder / Abstractor Outpatient

Coder / Abstractor Outpatient

DEFINITION / PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Coder / Abstractor codes outpatient records using commonly accepted classification systems and abstracts the information into the coding software or EMR abstracting.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)

Experience :

One year of experience in coding with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS required.

Education and Training :

High School Graduate, advance education in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology are all required.

Completion of a medical coding program required.

Understanding of frequently ordered tests, required.

Experience using coding software and EMR required.

Understanding of billing and reimbursement systems, i.e. APC’s , required.

Previous coding in a teaching facility, preferred.

License, Certification & Registration :

RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CCS-A, CPC, or CPC-H preferred.

Other Requirements :

Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals; ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills at all times.

Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information; proven analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions / outcomes; proven ability to work independently; detail oriented, ability to focus on task.

Ability to work at multiple sites.

These are all required.

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