Inpatient Coder Apprentice- Coding

Full Time

301B Route 1

Professional - Nonclinical

Day Shift

* Fully Remote Working position

This is the training preparation of a 4 tier career path. Under the general direction of the Inpatient Coding Manager or Director, this position is responsible for the accurate assignment of ICD 9 CM diagnostic and procedural codes (ICD 10 CM/PCS) for inpatient records; abstracting data elements from the EMR to determine accuracy and completeness of the inpatient record. This position utilizes the 3M Coding Reimbursement encoder and Epic EMR to compile data and complete related work assigned. Coding staff in this position serve as apprentices in the career path training for clinical documentation improvement as well as accurate coding of inpatient hospital visits for proper MS DRG assignment. Data reported is used to meet licensure requirements, statistical and reimbursement purposes.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

* Education: Associates Degree in Health Information Management and/or Bachelors' Degree in Health Information Management, or other science based degree such as nursing preferred. * License/Certification: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required. * Experience: Minimum of three (3) years' experience as an outpatient coder at an acute care or academic teaching facility required. * Proficiencies: Advanced coding skills and knowledge of revenue cycle, billing systems, EPIC Electronic Health Record and 3M Encoder, ICD 10 training, Computer Assisted Coding software (CAC); effective communication to serve as a knowledge resource and mentor on coding and compliance issues. Demonstrates ability to work effectively and collaboratively with Clinical Documentation Improvement Specialists (CDIS) and other healthcare professionals. * Specialized Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of disease processes, clinical science, anatomy & physiology, pathophysiology, pathology and laboratory medicine; knowledge of ICD 9 CM Official Guidelines, as well as ICD 10 training, for Coding and Reporting, AHA Coding Clinic and CMS regulations.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.