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Carteret Health Care

Coding Specialist Lead

Carteret Health Care, Brockton, Massachusetts, United States, 02411


Position Summary:Abstracts and assigns diagnoses and procedure codes for the medical records of discharged patients, including inpatients, day surgery, observation, and outpatient records using ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 classification systems and 3M encoder software for Grouper determination. Conducts data quality reviews and serves as a trainer for other coding staff. Demonstrates a good understanding of MS-DRG and APC assignment and reimbursement. Assists in reconciling coding and billing issues. Supports and exemplifies the hospital established AEC Values and Standards of Behavior.Schedule:

40 HR Mon-FriEducation:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Must be a graduate of an AHIMA accredited program with completion of the CCS/RHIT/RHIA programs including the successful completion of the registration exam.Experience:

Minimum of one to three years coding experience in an Acute Care Hospital preferred.

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