Coding Specialist
Location: Modesto California
Description: GMMSA is hiring Coding Specialist right now, this position will be placed in California. For complete informations about this position opportunity kindly see the descriptions. -
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Description
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The coder assigns diagnostic and procedural codes to patient charts of moderate to high complexity using ICD-9-CM, CPT and HCPCS or any other designated coding cla! ssification system in accordance with coding rules and regulations. Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by AHIMA. Abstracting required clinical information from the medical record. Responsible for maintaining coding data quality and integrity for all coding assignments at all facilities.
Qualifications
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Coder must display teamwork and commitment while performing daily coding duties
Must demonstrate initiative and discipline in time management and assignment completion
Other duties as assigned based on leadership request(s).
Advanced knowledg! e of ICD-9-CM and CPT coding principles and rules
Int! ermediate knowledge of disease pathophysiology and drug utilization
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Coding proficiency demonstrated by successful completion of approved coding exercise
Excellent organizational skills for initiation and maintenance of efficient work flow
Able to operate computer keyboard, mouse and other peripherals as appropriate to accomplish coding & abstracting duties.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Include minimum education, technical training, and/or experience preferred to perform the job.
Preferred: Three (3) year’s of government and non-government payer inpatient coding and abstracting experience
Preferred: Three (3) year’s of government and non-government payer outpatient surgical and procedural coding and abstracting experience
Preferred: Two (2) year’s experience with encoders and computerized abstracting systems
Prefe! rred: Associates degree Health Information Management Technology
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Preferred: Current CPC
Job
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Medical Coding
Primary Location
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CA-Modesto
Hospital/Facility
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GMMSA
Job Type
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Full-time
Shift Type
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8 Hour Day
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This position starts available on: Thu, 31 Oct 2013 04:22:18 GMT