Job Description

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
  • Designated Driver
    • No
  • OSHA Category
    • 3 – Low Risk

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