Coder III

Position Summary

Responsible for coding inpatient or outpatient records review documentation and properly identifies and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT-4/HCPCS and/or ICD-10-PCS codes for all reportable diagnoses and procedures. This includes determining the correct principal diagnosis, co-morbidities, and complications, secondary conditions, and surgical procedures. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities as Assigned:

1.Responsible for outpatient coding and charge validation (charge entry) in multiple specialties and EMRs

2.Responsible for coding inpatient encounters (inclusive of < 30 days of LOS and >30 days of LOS, Rehab, Long-term Acute Care)

3.Reviews, identifies, and assigns ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 with charge validation or ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes.

4.Applies (charge entry) appropriate soft codes for evaluation and management level(s), observation hours, injections, infusions, and other procedures as necessary.