Coder - Inpatient

Responsibilities Reviews and interprets medical information, physician treatment plans, and outcomes to determine appropriate ICD codes Abstracts data elements to satisfy statistical requests for the hospital and health system Manages medical information and cash flow related to unbilled coding reports Stays updated on ICD guidelines through training and coding clinics Requirements High School / GED 1 year of experience in hospital coding Successful completion of coding courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified In-patient Professional Coder (CIC) Strong data entry and computer application skills Ability to work effectively with healthcare team members Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree in Health Information Management or a related field About the Company Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America's largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network.