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This role utilizes the 3M Encoder system along with ICD-10-CM and CPT coding resources to ensure accurate documentation, billing integrity, and reimbursement optimization.</p>\n<p>The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail, coding expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with providers and hospital departments to support accurate clinical documentation and compliance.</p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 24pt\">Minimum Qualifications</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt\">Education</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>High School diploma or equivalent required</li>\n<li>Associate degree preferred</li>\n<li>CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) or CPC (Certified Professional Coder) certification required</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18pt\">Experience &amp; Regulatory Requirements</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>CCS certification through AHIMA or CPC certification through AAPC required</li>\n<li>Minimum of two (2) years of hospital coding experience preferred</li>\n<li>Familiarity with ICD-10-CM coding principles for acute care facilities and outpatient services preferred</li>\n<li>Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with physicians and clinical staff preferred</li>\n<li>Working knowledge of current coding regulations, reimbursement methodologies, and compliance standards</li>\n<li>Commitment to maintaining knowledge of coding updates, rule changes, and industry best practices</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 24pt\">Essential Functions</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accurately code inpatient, emergency department, outpatient, and clinic records within established departmental timelines</li>\n<li>Review medical records thoroughly to identify all relevant diagnoses, procedures, and supporting documentation</li>\n<li>Ensure coding accuracy and compliance with ICD-10-CM, CPT, and nationally recognized coding guidelines</li>\n<li>Utilize computerized coding and abstracting systems efficiently and accurately</li>\n<li>Communicate professionally with physicians and providers to obtain clarification or additional documentation when necessary</li>\n<li>Ensure recurring charts are coded by the first of each month</li>\n<li>Minimize unbilled account delays and resolve coding-related issues promptly</li>\n<li>Utilize coding references and tools, including CPT Assistant and other regulatory resources</li>\n<li>Maintain ethical coding standards and compliance with all federal and state regulations</li>\n<li>Support data integrity and optimize reimbursement under applicable payment systems</li>\n<li>Serve as a coding and medical necessity resource for hospital staff and physician offices</li>\n<li>Maintain positive working relationships with medical staff and interdepartmental teams</li>\n<li>Stay current on coding updates, payer requirements, and regulatory changes</li>\n<li>Perform additional duties as assigned</li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 24pt\">Candidate Expectations</span></p>\n<p>We are seeking a team-oriented professional who demonstrates collaboration, professionalism, and a positive representation of <span>Ashe Memorial Hospital</span>. 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