Title: Medical Abstractionist - Physician Practice
Address: Cira Centre, 2929 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, US
Work Week & Start Time: Mon-Fri, FT Hours 40, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Duration: 3 months minimum, likely extended, temp to perm possible
Additional Information:
• Looking for a Fee Abstractionist: More abstracting vs. coding/reviewing edits. High volume coding experience required.
• Specific Tasks: Coding notes, abstracting charges/diagnoses, and procedures. Understanding/background in coding, critical care, and evaluation and management. Actual coding experience, not scrubbing. High volume (15-20 notes coded per hour to start), not patients/patient charts. Limited training, ability to work independently.
Education and Experience:
• Degree in Health Information Management or equivalent experience
• 5 years Coding Experience required
• 3 years clinical environment required
• Strong computer, administrative, and organizational skills (written and oral) required
Certifications:
• C.P.C. Certification (Certified Procedural Coder) - REQUIRED NO APPRENTICE OR
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) OR
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) OR
• Certified Coding Specialist-Physician-Based (CCS-P) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA)