• Location: Des Peres, Missouri
• Type: Contract
• Job #82872

APR Consulting, Inc. has been engaged to identify a Coder – Hospital Inpatient
 
Location: Des Peres, MO 63131
Position: Coder – Hospital Inpatient
Pay Rate: $43/hr
Duration: 13-33 weeks
Expected Shift: 8am to 5pm, 40 hours/week CST
FULLY REMOTE
 
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for coding and abstracting inpatient accounts in accordance with coding guidelines.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assigns accurate diagnostic and procedure codes according to clinical documentation and official coding guidelines for inpatient hospital accounts.
• Coordinates with the clinical documentation and quality teams to ensure validation of Medicare Severity Diagnosis Related Group (MSDRG), patient safety indicators, and hospital acquired conditions are supported by physician documentation to support appropriate coding
• Monitors assigned work queues to ensure all records are charged in a timely matter.
• Generates coding queries for clarification regarding physician documentation as needed
• Stays abreast of all changes in coding conventions and coding updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Education: Associates Degree or equivalent experience
• Certifications:
o Certified Coding Associate (CCA) – American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
o OR Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS-P) – American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
o OR Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) – American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
o OR Certified Professional Coder (CPC®) – American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)
o OR Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) – American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
o OR Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) – American Health Information Management Assoc (AHIMA)
 
 
Our client is the one of the largest Healthcare Staffing Provider in the United States, to be assigned at one of their affiliated hospitals/healthcare facilities.
 
 
This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.
 
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!