Health Information Management Coder Outpatient I
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POSITION PURPOSE
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Employees in his position code emergency department patient and outpatient records.
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MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED
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High School or Equivalent (GED)
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MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
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6 Months - 1 Year in healthcare
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Coding experience preferred
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LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED
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Ability to read, write, hear, speak, and comprehend the English language.
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Ability to re-organize work, re-prioritize tasks, and perform multi-tasks in a changing environment.
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Ability to pay attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
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Ability to accurately relay information and communicate in a tactful and courteous manner with co-workers, clinical staff, non-clinical staff, patients, and visitors.
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Proficient computer and keyboarding skills and experience using Microsoft Office products.
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Moderate knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy & physiology, and pathophysiology.
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Knowledge of International Classification of Disease (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT).
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PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES
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After 3 months of experience, codes 8 Emergency Room or 19 Outpatient records per hour.
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