Job Description Summary
The coder/abstracter is responsible for accurate code assignment of all inpatient, outpatient, and emergency service diagnoses, procedures and conditions as indicated in the patient medical record.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type?
RegularCost Center
CC002307 SYS - Hospital CodingPay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-25Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Classification systems include ICD-10 and CPT edition, and all coding is in accordance with official coding guidelines from the American Medical Association, the American Hospital Association, and the American Health Information Management Association.
All work is carried out in accordance with the Health Information Management Department and MUSC approved policies and procedures.
Additional Job Description
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and credentialed as a Certified Coder by a nationally recognized accrediting body, i.e., CPC, CPC-H, CCS. CCS-P, CSTR, RHIT, or RHIA required.
Certification must be maintained to remain a Coder II.
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