What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Coder/Abstractor, FT Days (55384) position at El Paso Childrens Hospital?
Overview
Level Experienced
Position Type Full Time
Job Shift Day
Education LevelHigh School
Travel Percentage None
Category Health Care
Description
Position Summary
The Outpatient Coder/Abstractor accurately codes, sequences and abstracts outpatient medical records according to ICD-9-CM and CPT coding guidelines to achieve accurate and timely reimbursement and populate statistical databases. Queries physicians for clarification on documentation. Perform duties within approved practices, exercising independent judgment within pre-determined guidelines.
Qualifications
Minimum Position Requirements
Work Experience:
- One (1) year outpatient coding experience required.
License/Registration/Certification:
- None.
Education and Training:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Skills:
- Knowledge of Health Information Systems practices, procedures, and guidelines.
- Ability to analyze and solve problems.
- Ability to seek out new methods and principles to improve services.
- Ability to utilize verbal and written communication skills effectively.
- Ability to use interpersonal, presentation and project management skills.