What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Coder position at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater County?
MHSC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental or physical disability or uniformed services status. MHSC is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that recognizes the contributions and supports the advancement of all because an inclusive environment can enhance the quality of healthcare, improve hospital/community relations, and positively affect the health status of society. No candidate will be rejected based on any of the above or any disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.
MHSC is committed to the “Planetree” methodology of “Person-Centered Care”. Person-Centered Care is more than hospitality. It is more than amenities and inviting surroundings. Person-Centered Care is an evidence-based framework for improved patient and family engagement, better clinical outcomes, increased staff retention/ recruitment, and high value care. Person-Centered Care creates workplaces that energize and inspire joy. It places patients and caregivers at the center of the care experience and unites communities around health and wellness. This approach also focuses on supporting the professional and personal aspirations of healthcare professionals who can more effectively care for others when they feel cared for themselves.
JOB SUMMARY
Applies the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient visits for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent. Certification in coding preferred but not required.
Job Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, CPT, and HCPCS code sets and knowledge of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.
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