Coding Auditor & Education Advisor

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or related medical degree (Required) ;In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree; an Associate Degree and a Minimum of 4 years additional relevant experience is acceptable.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

4 - 5 years Experience with ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding including hospital inpatient medical records (Required)

4 - 5 years Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology (Required)

4 - 5 years Experience calculating and analyzing MS-DRG, DRG, APC, and other payer reimbursement methodologies (Required)

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES

Required Certifications/Licensures: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA Approved ICD-10 Trainer

GENERAL SKILLS

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Relations

Mathematical

Analytical

Grammar / Spelling

Read / Comprehend Written Instructions

Follow Verbal Instructions

Basic Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

General Clerical Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors

Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Sitting - Continuously within shift (67-100%)

Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)

Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)