Job Posting Certified Coder - Community Physicians Clinic The preference would be a candidate whose already certified. Candidates with experience/knowledge of coding would be considered. Job Summary: Accountable for conversion of diagnoses and treatment procedures into codes using an international classification of diseases. Requires skill in the sequencing of diagnoses/procedures to optimize reimbursement. Ensures that records are coded in an accurate and timely manner. ========================================================= Duties and Responsibilities: Ensures that records/visits are coded (i.e. code professional fees for ER visits and Inpatients, as well as code the clinics visits) Reviews medical record thoroughly to ascertain all diagnoses/procedures. Contacts responsible physician in a professional, tactful manner, if diagnosis is not available on medical record. Coder’s diagnoses and procedures on clinical summary agree with physician’s preference 100% of the time. Refers medical record to director, If there is a question regarding the diagnoses/codes. Utilizes computerized coding/abstracting equipment. Codes all diagnoses/procedures in accordance to ICD-10-CM coding principles and the Coding Manual. Logs diagnoses, procedures and other abstracting data on worksheet for abstractor to input into computer. Updates the Coding Manual on an ongoing basis. Notifies director whenever work is more than 48 hours behind work deadline. Assists the director with state requirements and reports. Ensures data quality and optimum reimbursement allowable under the federal and state payment systems. Perform other duties as assigned. Additional Information Position Type : Part Time Shift : Day Contact Information Jessie Schneider - HR Community Memorial Healthcare 708 N 18th St Marysville, KS 66508 Email: jaschneider@cmhcare.com Phone: 785-562-4382 Fax: 785-562-2348