Outpatient Coder & Abstractor: Precise, Timely Reimbursement

El Paso Childrens Hospital Corporation5 months ago
El Paso, TX, United States
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Position Summary

The Outpatient Coder/Abstractor accurately codes, sequences and abstracts outpatient medical records according to ICD-9-CM and CPT coding guidelines to achieve accurate and timely reimbursement and populate statistical databases. Queries physicians for clarification on documentation. Perform duties within approved practices, exercising independent judgment within pre-determined guidelines.

Minimum Position Requirements

  • Work Experience: One (1) year outpatient coding experience required.
  • License/Registration/Certification: None.
  • Education and Training: High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Skills: Knowledge of Health Information Systems practices, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems.
  • Ability to seek out new methods and principles to improve services.
  • Ability to utilize verbal and written communication skills effectively.
  • Ability to use interpersonal, presentation and project management skills.

Required Skills

Presentation skills
Verbal communication
CPT coding
Problem analysis and solving
Interpersonal skills
Project management
Outpatient coding
Written communication
ICD-9-CM coding
Health Information Systems practices