Job Overview:

This position abstract codes provider documentation and assigns specific and appropriate ICD (International Classification of Diseases) and CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes based on clinical documentation and official guidelines/regulations provided by government and insurance carriers. Provides coding expertise to department management, coding staff, clinical staff, and billing staff. Meets or exceeds departmental standard related to quality and productivity 

Job Requirements:

Associate's Degree 
Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree
CPC, CCS-P, CCM, RHIA, RHIT, CCA
Extensive knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding Methodologies 
Abstract coding of inpatient and outpatient medical records 
Extensive knowledge of medical terminology and Anatomy
3-4 years experience in a related field 

Job Responsibilities:

Other job-related information:

Current professional coding credential: 
AAPC (Certified Professional Coder [CPC] 
Certified Outpatient Coder [COC]) 
PMI (Certified Medical Coder [CMC]) 
AHIMA (Certified Coding Specialist-Physician [CCS-P] 
Certified Coding Specialist [CCS] 
Registered Health Information Administrator [RHIA] 
Registered Health Information Technician [RHIT])

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting <10 Lbs - Rarely
Lifting 50+ Lbs - Rarely
Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Rarely
Pulling - Rarely
Pushing - Rarely
Reaching - Rarely
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Occasionally
Stooping - Rarely
Talking - Frequently
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Consistently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Frequently
Walking - Occasionally

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: 

Serve: ALWAYS…
• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS…
• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service 
Respect: ALWAYS…
• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS…
• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS…
• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community