Abstract Coder

Company Name: St. Joseph's Health
Job Title: St. Joseph's Health
Work Setting: Hospital
Job Function: Abstract Coder
Job Type: Full-Time

IntroductionABSTRACT CODER Paterson, NJ * Medical Records Department St. Joseph’s Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization’s outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation’s “100 Best Places to Work in Health Care”.

Job DescriptionUnder general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, you will verify E/M level, injections and infusions in Cerner’s First Net application, review and abstract the demographic, financial and clinical data from the Emergency Room record for the purpose of assigning ICD diagnosis/procedures, HCPCS (Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System), and CPT4 (Current Procedural Terminology). In addition, you will ensure Emergency Room records are coded, abstracted and entered into computer system in an accurate and timely manner.

Responsibilities include:

•Reviewing medical record thoroughly to ascertain all diagnosis/procedures.

•Verify E/M level, injections and infusions in First Net

•Coding all diagnoses/procedures in accordance to ICD coding principles and CPT procedural coding guidelines.

•Abstracting and entering information into computer systems to ensure compliance.

•Maintaining 99% rate of information abstracted and entered information into computer system.

•Retrieving and reviewing


Required QualificationsTo qualify, you must have a High School Diploma or Associates degree in Health Information Technology or closely related field, be PC proficient, and possess 2+ years of medical records coding experience. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, superior analytical and problem-solving skills, and strong attention to detail will be expected.

Compensation/BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Apply Online at: https://jobs.stjosephshealth.org/job/paterson/abstractor-coder/998/10922005

 

(2/21/19-5/21/19)