Outpatient Medical Coder 2

Ohio State University

Columbus, Ohio, US
Icd-10-cm diagnosis coding proficiency
Cpt-4 procedure code application
Handwriting deciphering from medical records
This position is responsible for coding inpatient, outpatient clinic, and ancillary area medical records to facilitate hospital reimbursement and research planning

Job Summary

  • This position is responsible for coding inpatient, outpatient clinic, and ancillary area medical records to facilitate hospital reimbursement and research planning.
  • The role requires selecting appropriate principal and secondary diagnoses while deciphering professional staff handwriting before entering data into a computer system.
  • Candidates must demonstrate coding proficiency through the completion of OSUWMC's specific coding test prior to employment.

Matching Summary

This position is responsible for coding inpatient, outpatient clinic, and ancillary area medical records to facilitate hospital reimbursement and research planning.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • ICD-10-CM diagnosis coding proficiency
  • CPT-4 procedure code application
  • Handwriting deciphering from medical records
  • Computer assisted coding system familiarity
  • Accurate sequencing of diagnoses and procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Two years academic medicine coding experience
  • Experience with automated encoder tools
  • Background in Radiation Oncology accounts

Key Requirements

  • RHIT, RHIA, CCS, COC, CPC, or Radiation Oncology Certified Coder credential
  • CAHIIM approved coding certificate or HIMT program completion
  • Satisfactory completion of OSUWMC coding test
  • Minimum two years academic medicine coding experience preferred

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