Certified Coder I, HC

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