HIM Coder-Outpatient

Job Description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Medical Records

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM)

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Pay Range: $29.36 - $47.79 per hour

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Summary:

Accurately and independently makes decisions based on specialized knowledge and standard protocol. This includes, but is not limited to coding inpatient and outpatient. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values, and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other information:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School (GED) required
• RHIA, RHIT, and/or CCS Certification required
• Minimum 3 years experience in medical record coding required
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology required
• Windows applications, Outlook, WebEx and other apps as needed to perform role
• Cooperates well with others
• Competent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient with computer use and software applications
• Ability to concentrate on task at hand in open distracting environment independent manner; minimizing distractions in private work-from-home space
• Ability to apply local, state, and federal coding guidelines with attention to detail.

Responsibilities:

• Assigns ICD-10-CM-PCS and/or CPT-4 diagnostic and procedure codes to patient charts with accuracy and attention to detail
• Abstracts selected data items and enters in 3M encoder/Epic software with accuracy and attention to detail
• Completes UHDDS data abstraction as required
• Maintains a log of work performed
• Completes other assigned duties as directed by management

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Position

HIM Coder-Outpatient

Location US:IL:Chicago

Req ID 20921

About the Company:

Rush University Medical Center