What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coder I Certified position at Huntsville Hospital Health System?
Overview
A certified coder is responsible for utilizing coding policies and procedures in evaluating the diagnostic and procedural 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 certified coder also makes medical necessity determinations for Medicare and Medicaid out-patient testing utilizing the appropriate software.
Responsibilities
A certified 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 and procedures for:o Day Surgeryo Emergency Department o Cancer Centero Wound Centero Special Procedureso Other Outpatient Service Types
Qualifications
EDUCATION:• High school graduate or equivalent• 2 years or more in Health Information Management• 1 year experience in outpatient coding
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:• RHIA, RHIT, CCS or CPC-H certification preferred• Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of employment
About Us
Lake Guntersville, a mountain-lakes jewel, is located approximately 30 miles from metro Huntsville – and is home to Marshall Medical Centers.
Marshall Medical Centers, an affiliate of the Huntsville Hospital Health System, serves the residents of Marshall County and the surrounding area (population approximately 125,000). With two hospitals, eight outpatient locations and a highly-trained team of physicians practicing 28 specialties, Marshall Medical is a confident, convenient choice for local healthcare. Residents can remain close to home and receive excellent care – often provided by those who are neighbors and friends.
Marshall Medical Center South is a 150-bed hospital in Boaz, Alabama, and opened in 1956. Marshall Medical Center North, in Guntersville, opened in 1990 – and – is a 90-bed facility. In addition to the two hospitals, the Gary R. Gore Medical Complex is conveniently located mid-county and is home to several outpatient clinics and a 22,000 square foot comprehensive Cancer Care Center.
Named by the Joint Commission as a “Top Quality Performer” among America’s hospitals, Marshall Medical Centers’ patients can be assured they are being treated in an environment where a premium is placed on quality and best practices.
