EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS4 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 REQUIREMENTS4 - 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 LICENSURESRequired Certifications/Licensures: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)Preferred Certifications/Licensures: Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), AHIMA Approved ICD-10 TrainerGENERAL SKILLSOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCustomer RelationsMathematicalAnalyticalGrammar / SpellingRead / Comprehend Written InstructionsFollow Verbal InstructionsBasic Computer SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteGeneral Clerical SkillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSHave near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near and far), ability to distinguish colorsAbility to perform - repetitive tasks/motionPHYSICAL DEMANDSStanding - 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%)