About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Position Information:
The Coder II Inpatient is responsible for coding inpatient accounts with a balance less than $90000 including Rehab and accounts that fall into the Inpatient Coder I category performs the functions of coding DRG assignment collection of predefined indicators and abstracting medical records with a case mix greater than 1.5 provides timely and accurate ICD-10-CM and ICD-10-PCS codes for reimbursement and specific information for statistical purposes. Remains current with recognized resources - AHA Coding Clinic and Official Coding Guidelines. Groups discharges utilizing the 3M encoder selecting the appropriate DRG for reimbursement. Communicates with physicians and clinical staff regarding coding and documentation issues.
**Eligible remote states include NC, FL, GA, SC, SD, TN, TX and VA.**
Experience Requirements:
3 Years Coding - Inpatient Required - With High School Diploma And 2 Years Coding - Inpatient Required - With Preferred Education
Education Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And Associate's Degree Health Information Management Or Bachelor's Degree Health Information Management Preferred
Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Registered Health Information Administrator Or Registered Health Information Technician Or Certified Professional Coder Or Certified Coding Specialist Required - And Certified Professional Coder Or Certified Coding Specialist Required - With High School Diploma
Hours of Work:
Remote (schedule to be determined)
Weekend Requirements:
As Needed
Call Requirements:
None
