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Coder II-3
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Coder II-3
Medical University of South Carolina
Job Description Summary Under the direct supervision of the Hospital Coding Supervisor, the Coder II will be responsible for abstracting and coding medical record documentation across various departments, including inpatient, outpatient, clinic, and emergency services. This role involves selecting and sequencing the appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS, HCPCS, and CPT-4 codes to ensure accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines. The Coder II will contribute to coding compliance by ensuring timely and accurate assignment of codes for diagnoses and procedures, including the final DRG assignment. Adheres to coding compliance guidelines for assignment of complete, accurate, timely and consistent codes for diagnoses and procedures to include final DRG assignment. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC002307 SYS - Hospital Coding Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-25 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description The coder/abstracter is responsible for accurate code assignment of all inpatient, outpatient, and emergency service diagnoses, procedures and conditions as indicated in the patient medical record. Classification systems include ICD-10 and CPT edition, and all coding is in accordance with official coding guidelines from the American Medical Association, the American Hospital Association, and the American Health Information Management Association. All work is carried out in accordance with the Revenue Cycle Department and MUSC approved policies and procedures. *Must have coding credential from AAPC or AHIMA* Additional Job Description Qualifications: - Associate’s degree in health information technology or related field or 5 years coding experience; coding certification (e.g., CPC, CCS) required. - With Associate’s degree, minimum of 2-3 years of experience in coding and familiarity with coding software. - Strong analytical skills and ability to resolve coding issues. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: - RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-A, or other coding credential required If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
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