• Coder I Inpatient Apprenticeship - Full Time…

    Texas Health Resources (Arlington, TX)


    Coder I - Inpatient Apprenticeship

     

    _Are you looking for a rewarding career with a top-notch healthcare company? We are looking for qualified_ Coders _like you to join our Texas Health Family_

     

    **Work location:** Remote

    **Work hours:** Flexible hours

    HIMS Coding Department Highlights:

    * 100% remote work

    * Opportunity to learn Inpatient Coding

    * Flexible hours/scheduling

    * Terrific work/life balance

     

    Here's What You Need

    Education

     

    Associate's Degree Health Information Technology or other healthcare-related REQUIRED or

     

    Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administration or other healthcare-related REQUIRED or

     

    Other Completion of an AHIMA, AAPC, ACDIS, or other healthcare-related program REQUIRED or

     

    Have a coding credential REQUIRED

     

    Licenses and Certifications

     

    CCS - Certified Coding Specialist Obtain CCS coding certification upon completion of program 6 Months REQUIRED or

     

    Other Obtain CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) coding certification upon completion of program 6 Months REQUIRED

     

    Skills

     

    Able to work 40 hours per week Monday - Friday day shift.

     

    Have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook and Word.

     

    What You Will Do

    Program Goals Achievement:

    Develops high competency and confidence in ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, MS-DRG, an APR-DRG coding.

     

    Receives in-depth clinical and coding education and feedback on a one-on-one basis and in a group setting.

     

    Gains hands-on experience with real inpatient accounts under supervision.

     

    Utilizes various resources/tools/formats provided by THR that support complete, accurate, and compliant coding.

     

    Utilizes the electronic health record (EHR) and computer-assisted (CAC) technology in the most efficient manner.

     

    Identifies the need for and writes professional and compliant provider queries.

     

    Reconciles DRG Variances with Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI).

     

    Becomes independent and develops strong research/resources skills.

     

    Develops the knowledge and skill set required to successfully complete the program.

    Production Coding:

    Maintains all THR set quality and production standards on coding and abstracting for all released service lines less than $125K.

     

    Retains and utilizes achieved program goals.

    Additional perks of being a Texas Heath Coder

    * Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

    * A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

     

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    **_Do you still have questions or concerns?_** Feel free to email your questions to [email protected]

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