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Role Description
The medical records analyst is primarily responsible for review of health information.
• Analyze protected health information according to project specific rules.
• Participates in the Intake Process of records.
• Assigns ICD-9/10-CM codes according to the guidelines as defined by the AMA.
• Discusses project related discrepancies with Team Lead(s).
• Maintain coding credentials and continuing education or possess and maintain a current and comprehensive understanding of coding rules, changes, and guidelines as defined by the AMA.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Must possess a minimum of one (3-6) years of experience in abstracting and ICD-9/ICD-10 coding of general acute hospital (inpatient and outpatient) and physician medical records by applying ICD-9/ICD-10 Coding Guidelines for inpatient and outpatient settings and related Official Coding Clinics.
• ICD9 proficiency required.
• Knowledge in anatomy and physiology, pathology of disease and medical terminology required.
• Ability to write appropriate correspondence and effectively communicate with other members of NS personnel, clients, and customers as necessary.
• Must be able to work independently with little or no supervision and use professional judgment as detailed in the AHIMA Code of Ethics.
• Passing score on a administered coder assessment must be achieved before further consideration.
Requirements
• Skills Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist).
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