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Coding
Coder Apprentice, Coder, Coder Specialist, Sr. Coder
Reviews, accurately codes and abstracts services per coding guidelines.
Activities:
- Assigns ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS codes to reflect services provided to patients
- Accesses the company’s EMR and coding software
- Reviews and processes coding claim edits
- Conducts qualitative reviews of documentation
- Addresses missing information
- Maintains department metrics for accuracy
What You'll Need
Education: High school diploma plus 3 years of coding experience or HIM coding certificate and/or professional curriculum
Inpatient Coding Intern: CCA, CCS, CIC, RHIT, or RHIA Professional Coding Intern: CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, COC, RHIT or RHIAKnowledge: English language, Microsoft Office, ICD-10 proficient
Skills: Excellent verbal & written communication skills, problem-solving skills, computer skills, organizational skills, data entry, research skills
Abilities: Work Independently and collaboratively as a team member, collaborate with other departments
How You’ll Get There
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Degree Programs
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Ochsner Resources
Ochsner Learning Institute (OLI) Courses Microsoft Office, Effective Team Communication, Managing the Unique Needs of Experts, Communicating for Results, When Not to Use an Email Learn more
Tuition Assistance Full-time: $3,000 | Part-time: $2,000 Learn More
Ochsner Resource Groups Women Empowering Women (WoW), African Americans Building & Leading Equality (ABLE), PRIDE, Young Professionals Association, Hispanics at Ochsner Leading and Advocating (HOLA), Vet Force 1
