[Hiring] Medical Records Coder II-Inpatient @Duke Careers

Role Description

The Medical Records Coder II (Inpatient) is a certified coder responsible for coordinating and reviewing the work of subordinate employees and assisting with training and continuing education programs. Key responsibilities include:

• Code medical records utilizing ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, and/or CPT-4 coding conventions.
• Review medical records to ensure specificity of diagnoses, procedures, and appropriate reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges.
• Abstract information from medical records following established methods and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities of this Level:

• Review complex medical records and accurately code primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures.
• Coordinate/review the work of designated employees and ensure quality and quantity of work performed through regular audits.
• Assist with research, development, and presentation of continuing education programs.
• Consult with and educate physicians on coding practices and conventions.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and coding guidelines.
• Assist with special projects as required.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must hold one of the following active/current certifications:
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D)

Requirements

• RHIA certification - no experience required.
• RHIT certification - no experience required.
• CCS certification - one year of coding experience required.
• CPC or HCS-D certification - two years of coding experience required.

Benefits

• Now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus that will pay out in 4 equal installments over 24 months - 6-month increments.

Company Description

Established in 2001, Patient Revenue Management Organization (PRMO) is a fully integrated, centralized revenue cycle organization supporting all of Duke Health, including:

• Duke University Hospital
• Duke Regional Hospital
• Duke Raleigh Hospital
• The Private Diagnostic Clinic
• Duke Primary Care

The PRMO focuses on streamlining the revenue cycle through enhanced management of scheduling, registration, coding, HIM operations, billing, collections, cash management, and customer service.

The Mission of the PRMO is delivering quality service by enhancing the patient experience, providing financial security, and preserving Duke’s reputation and mission of advancing health together.

Our Vision is to be recognized as a world-class innovative revenue cycle organization that values our people, patients, and performance.