JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for accurately interpreting patient records to assign ICD-9 and/or ICD-10 diagnostic and CPT procedural codes patient records.  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum Work Experience  1 year of related experience Required Licenses/Certifications Certification required Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Thorough working knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. Thorough knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding guidelines. Knowledge of current third-party billing and collection regulatory guidelines. Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong customer service skills. Requires a minimum typing speed of forty (40) words per minute and ten-key by touch. Requires proficiency in general office automation including operation of fax machines, copy machines, adding machines, postage machines, and multi-line phone systems. Requires proficiency in working with a PC, the Internet, and MS Windows.  Requires a high degree of organization.  Ability to gather and interpret clinical data. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Ability to establish/maintain cooperative working relationships with staff and providers. Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with patients using interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner with all staff, managers and physicians. Ability to prioritize and multi-task. Designated Driver No OSHA Category 3 - Low Risk