US:NV:Carson City Health Information Management
Full Time Day Shift - REMOTE
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
The Clinical Coding Specialist Level I assigns compliant, complete, and accurate ICD diagnosis codes for the hospital component of outpatient ancillary services, based upon the clinical documentation provided within the medical record. Works collaboratively with other members of the health information management department to complete all essential responsibilities in a timely fashion to meet the quality, utilization, and financial needs of the organization. Ensures complete and accurate abstraction of the medical record data.
Qualifications
• Required
o Active AHIMA CCA or CCS-P or CCS or AAPC CPC or CPC-A or AAPC COC or COC-A or AAPC CEMC or AAPC COSC or CGSC
• Preferred
o High school graduate or equivalent.
o AHIMA RHIT or RHIA
o Associate’s degree in Health Information Technology from an accredited program.
o Hospital Billing experience
o One Year coding experience or one year as a HIM coder/biller.
o Two years of previous hospital or medical office experience.
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