EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 4 year / Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or related medical degree (Required) ;In lieu of a Bachelor's Degree; an Associate Degree and a Minimum of 4 years additional relevant experience is acceptable. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 4 - 5 years Experience with ICD-9, ICD-10, and HCPCS coding including hospital inpatient medical records (Required) 4 - 5 years Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology (Required) 4 - 5 years Experience calculating and analyzing MS-DRG, DRG, APC, and other payer reimbursement methodologies (Required) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Required Certifications/Licensures: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA Approved ICD-10 Trainer GENERAL SKILLS Organizational Skills Communication Skills Interpersonal Skills Customer Relations Mathematical Analytical Grammar / Spelling Read / Comprehend Written Instructions Follow Verbal Instructions Basic Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suite General Clerical Skills PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Have near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colors Ability to perform - repetitive tasks/motion PHYSICAL DEMANDS Standing - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Walking - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Sitting - Continuously within shift (67-100%) Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Twist at waist - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift (1-33%) Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift (1-33%)