Certified Coder I

JOB SUMMARY

• Assign ICD-10-CM, PCS, and/or CPT codes to records of discharged patients, depending on the type of visit. Assign appropriate DRG to IP visits.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Education
  • High school or equivalent
• Minimum Work Experience
  • 1 year
• Required Licenses/Certifications
  • Certified coding specialist must have any of the following certifications:
    • CPC
    • COC
    • CIC
    • COC-P
    • CPC-A
    • CCS
• Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
  • Compile and analyze reports
  • Compile statistics
  • Compose letters/memorandums
  • Coordinate meetings
  • Generate reports
  • Input data into computer programs
  • Maintain filing systems
  • Maintain logs
  • Maintains manuals
  • Research information