Codes predominantly Inpatient records in accordance with all regulatory guidelines.  Responsible for assigning both CPT procedure codes and ICD-9 diagnosis and procedure codes when applicable.  Receives and reviews Inpatient reports on a daily basis (unbilled accounts, coding errors) to identify and correct accounts held for edits or missing information.   Verifies appropriateness of ICD9 codes with CPT codes and / or charges.  Refers identified issues to appropriate charge generating departments as appropriate.

High school diploma or equivalent.  AAS or BA degrees or clinical background preferred.
Knowledge of ICD-9-CM and CPT coding with 2 years Inpatient or 4 years Outpatient coding experience in an acute care setting preferred. 
Completion of the following courses required:  Medical Terminology, Human Anatomy and Physiology and Disease Process. 
Completion of the following courses preferred:  Pharmacology and Pathology. 
Knowledge of Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs) preferred.
CCS / RHIT / RHIA / LPN / RN preferred. 
Must obtain CCS within 2 years of employment.   

Excellent  interpersonal, oral and written communication and organizational skills required. 
Must maintain a professional demeanor. 
Must display a proven analytical capability and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.