MED RECORDS CODING SPEC -INPAT - WHH

Job Description: The Medical Records Coding Specialist assigns diagnosis and procedural code using ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS coding systems and monitors bill hold reports. Serves as a liaison to Clinical documentation Specialists for ICD-10 inpatient encounters for accurate code and MSDRG assignments. Assists Manager/Director with mentoring/training of Coder I, Coder II and Coder III team members and clinical practice students from various colleges. Performs other duties as assigned.Description: Certifications and Licensures Required CCS (Coding) Education Required High School or Equivalent Preferred Associate's Health Information Technology Experience Required 3 years Coding And 5 years Acute Care Specific Skills Required Written and verbal communication skills Required Customer service skills Required Interpersonal skills Required Organizational skills Required Critical thinking skills Required Clinical skills appropriate to position Required Computer skills appropriate to position Required Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to position Required Medical terminology use and understanding Required Medical terminology use and understanding