Facility Rehab Coder/HIM Coder

PAM Health
Plano, TX
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Facility Rehab Coder/HIM Coder is responsible for performing coding and abstracting of both inpatient and outpatient medical records in accordance with ICD-10-CM and CPT coding rules, guidelines, and conventions.

What You Will Do

The coder will accurately reflect the reason for admission, extent of care received, and level of severity of illness using ICD-10-CM codes.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, coding and medical terminology experience, and certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or other preferred certifications.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Coding and medical terminology experience
  • Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or other preferred certifications
  • Minimum of two (2) years experience as a coder
  • Knowledge of ICD-10-CM / CPT coding skill, disease processes, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology and laboratory terminology
  • Ability to stay abreast of coding changes/ICD-10-CM Official Conventions along with Official ICD-9-CM / CPT Guidelines for Coding and Reporting
  • Ability to assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis/procedure codes according to the International Classification of Diseases utilizing the 3M coding application
  • Familiarity with the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility-Patient Assessment Instrument (IRF-PAI) preferred
  • Accurate data entry skills and computer skills
  • Ability to communicate with customers, families, staff, management, physicians and general public
  • Ability to follow directions accurately and timely, produce quality and quantity work of repetitive tasks and have preference for orderly, detail-oriented duties
  • Understanding of HIPAA regulations
  • Initiative and concise decision-making, organize work independently, and be willing to work with physicians and other hospital staff, and promote a positive attitude

Benefits

  • Medical Benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
  • Comprehensive dental and vision benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial service
  • Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings (HSA) accounts
  • Life and Disability insurance benefits
  • Education/In-Service Opportunities including continuing education and tuition assistance
  • Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
  • Auto, Home, Cell Phone, and Gym Membership discount offerings
  • Personal Travel Discounts
  • Employee Bonus Referral Program
  • 401(k) plans and discretionary employer match
  • Generous Paid Benefit Time
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