Inpatient Medical Coder Job at Healthcare Support Staffing in Louisville

Daily Responsibilities: Assign appropriate DRG grouping according to diagnoses specified in the record by the treating physician(s) and in keeping with regulatory requirements Utilizes encoders and various coding resources Conducts peer reviews to ensure compliance with coding guidelines and provides reports to manager /leader as directed Maintains strict patient and physician confidentiality and follows all federal, state and hospital guidelines for release of information Maintains current working knowledge of ICD-9 coding principles, government regulation, protocols Reviews all cases decoding all diagnosis and procedures and comparing to bill summary to assure charges are in appropriate areas Provides first tier primary diagnosis is the reason for admission Provides first tier complicating conditions are appropriate and documented in medical records Provides first tier sequencing of the diagnostic codes are appropriately assigned Provides first tier that DRG grouping is appropriate based on documented diagnosis and procedures Provides first tier accuracy of original claim allowance utilizing client’s base rates, relative weights, and other reimbursement exceptions Monday – Friday 8:00 AM- 5:00 PMAdvantages of this Opportunity: Fun and positive work environment QualificationsRequirements: High School Diploma 1+ years inpatient/DRG coding experience Strong communication skills both written and verbal