+ DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION + The Coder/ Abstractor codes outpatient records using commonly accepted classification systems and abstracts the information into the coding software or EMR abstracting. + POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.) + Experience: + 1-2 years’ experience in coding with ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, and HCPCS required. + Education and Training: + High School Graduate, advance education in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and pathophysiology are all required. + Completion of a medical coding program required. + Understanding of frequently ordered tests, required. + Experience using coding software and EMR required. + Understanding of billing and reimbursement systems, i.e. APC’s , required. + Previous coding in a teaching facility, preferred. + License, Certification & Registration: + RHIT, CCS, RHIA, CCS-A, CPC, or CPC-H preferred. + Other Requirements: + Demonstrated ability to interact with physicians and other health professionals; ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills at all times. + Demonstrated ability to deal appropriately with confidential information; proven analytical skills to reach appropriate decisions/ outcomes; proven ability to work independently; detail oriented, ability to focus on task. + Ability to work at multiple sites. + These are all required.