CODING SPECIALIST I PRIMARY CARE - MEDICAL RECORDS at East Alabama Medical Center – OPELIKA, Alabama

EAMC MISSION

• At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.

POSITION SUMMARY

• This position is responsible for thorough review of clinical documentation and diagnostic results applicable to extract data and appropriately apply ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT/HCPCS codes and modifiers for billing and reimbursement, internal and external reporting, research, and regulatory compliance. Interacts as needed with internal customers to include but not limited to hospital staff, physicians and their offices, and other revenue cycle team members

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Education

  • High School Diploma or GED Actively enrolled in a coding program for AHIMA or AAPC credential.

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  Minimum Experience
  • Less than 6 months
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  Required Registration/License/Certification

  • Certification from AHIMA or AAPC within one year of placement

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  Preferred Education
  • Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology
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  Preferred Experience
  • 6 months or greater
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  Preferred Registration/License/Certification
  • CCS, CPC
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  Other Requirements
  • Knowledge of medical terminology.
  • Demonstrate excellent organizational, computer, written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrate strong Microsoft Office knowledge skills.
  • Must possess working knowledge of Official Coding Guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic.
  • Strong time management and critical thinking skills.