Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Generous vacation time
- Subsidized parking and T passes
- Dental and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan with hospital match
- Retiree medical savings plan
- Subsidized medical and prescription care coverage
- Employee Assistant Program
- Company:
Tufts Medical Center - Location:
Boston, MA - Job Status/Type:
Full Time, Employee - Job Category:
Medical/Health - Occupation:
General/Other: Medical/Health - Career Level:
Experienced (Non-Manager) - Education Level:
Certification
- Company:
Tufts Medical Center - Reference Code:
584128
Tufts Medical Center is a world-class, academic medical center that is home to both a full-service hospital for adults and Floating Hospital for Children, a state-of-the-art, full-service pediatric hospital. We have approximately 3,500 full-time employees and we are the principal teaching hospital and research facility for Tufts University School of Medicine.
Our commitment to outstanding patient care and clinical advancement has distinguished us as a top-ranked healthcare institution both in Boston and across the nation. Our dedicated team represents nationally and internationally recognized physicians and researchers, an experienced and compassionate nursing and support staff, and a dynamic group of business professionals aimed at continuing to make Tufts Medical Center a leader in the healthcare community.
Located in downtown Boston, in the heart of the theatre district and Boston's Chinatown neighborhood, Tufts Medical Center has convenient access to public transportation.
Coder II
- Associate's degree required
- Experience is required
- The Coder II reviews the medical record to verify diagnosis and procedures. Codes the same using appropriate coding classification system. Verifies codes for statistical and reimbursement purpose. Duties include: Performs complete chart review. Assigns ICD-9 CM and/or CPT codes in accordance with coding and reimbursement guidelines. Assists in obtaining final diagnosis and contacting physicians for clarification of documentation when needed. Verifies and abstracts specific clinical and demographic data. Verifies the DRG assignment, paying special attention to DRG's in which a comorbid condition or complication has been identified. Inputs the appropriate information into the hospital system discharge abstract. Refers appropriate charts for DRG Validation, prints the coding sheets and attaches it to the record for review. Requirements include: Working knowledge of ICD-9-CM and CPT coding system, DRG, APG, payment systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology; excellent organizational and communication skills; inpatient and outpatient coding experience; and completion of coding certificate program. RHIT/RHIA or CCS preferred.
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