Hiring Per-Diem Medical Coder [RWJBarnabas Health]
Req #: 0000130542
Category: Coder
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Evening
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Medical Records
Location: WILLIAMSON STREET, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Job Summary:
Responsible for accurately coding acute care patient records.
Essential Functions
Utilizes 3M Coding and Reimbursement System to:
Assign ICD-9 diagnosis and procedure codes.
Assign codes with correct modifiers(s).
Research reference software.
Determines the sequence of ICD-9 codes in accordance with official guidelines for Coding and Reporting
Determines the correct discharge disposition.
Coding accuracy at 90% compliance.
Accurately abstracts data into the AS400 system at a 95% compliance rate.
Job Qualifications:
HS diploma
CCS certification, required