Abstractor

Company: CoxHealth
Location: Springfield
Posted on: September 19, 2023

Job Description:

Summary Job Summary The Abstractor will be responsible for reviewing the Inpatient/Outpatient medical record and abstract data that is required into the Cerner Abstracting system before/after Coding has been completed. The Abstractor performs both Pre-Abstracting and Post-Abstracting based on their assignment by the Team Leader. The Abstractor will ensure that the Discharge Disposition is accurate, Inpatient Admission order is present and gather additional information that is needed prior to finalizing the Abstracting working closely with Coding and Audit/Compliance if needed. This position could be assigned to assist with coding Outpatient Lab accounts and Pre-admits as requested. The Abstractor will report to the Team Leader-Abstracting/Coding Support and/or IP/OP Coding Supervisors. Job Requirements Education Required: High School Diploma Experience Required: Prior HIM experience working with Analysis, Coding Support or Document Imaging Preferred: Coding course completion Skills Visual acuity necessary to read and decipher handwriting and electronic documentation. Demonstrates competency with use of computers and various computer programs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and concepts effectively. Must have the analytical ability to interpret data contained in medical records and assign appropriate codes for accurate reimbursement. Understanding ICD-10-PCS (Inpatient Coding) and ICD-10-CM (Inpatient Coding) classification systems. Licensure/Certification/Registration Preferred: AHIMA Coding Credential: CCS or AAPC Coding Credential: COC or CPC. Additional Information Job Benefits! Health/Dental/Vision Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,200 per year Retirement with employer match Onsite daycare with extended hours, holidays and weekends Onsite fitness facilities Pharmacy delivery to your unit On-site Employee Health services Opportunity to earn referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per hire for certain positions 1906 Employee Store 20% tuition discount on most classes at Cox College Cafeteria discount

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