Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate
• Considerable knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, ICD9-CM and CPT coding conventions, and CMS coding requirements
• Good verbal/written communication skills
• General computer skills

Licensure/Registration/Certification

• AHIMA credentialed as one of the following:  Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), certification as a coding specialist (CCS) OR AAPC credentialed as one of the following: Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC), or Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)

Assists in the daily activities of the area to provide timely and accurate assessment of coding of patient medical records. Acts as a coding authority to ensure compliance with established IHS policies and procedures governed by HCFA regulations. Coordinates coding for other departments and provides coding education for staff. This role is not as a traditional coder.