Him Coder III

Codes and abstracts reportable diseases, procedures and state regulatory data elements from the medical record according to ICD-CM/PCS and CPT classification systems, state and national regulatory agencies respectively. Validates coding to assure proper DRG/SOI/ROM/APC assignment. Participates in quality improvement activities and communicates with physicians, CDI and IP Rehab Coordinators concerning incomplete documentation and clarification of diagnoses/procedures.

Requirements

• Codes and abstracts reportable diseases, procedures and state regulatory data elements from the medical record according to ICD-CM/PCS and CPT classification systems, state and national regulatory agencies respectively
• Validates coding to assure proper DRG/SOI/ROM/APC assignment
• Communicates with physicians, CDI and IP Rehab Coordinators concerning incomplete documentation and clarification of diagnoses/procedures
• Participates in quality improvement activities