Coder/Abstractor Outpatient
Berkshire Health Systems
+ 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.
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