Please note, this job is specifically for Outpatient Surgery coding experience, requiring 1+ years of experience.
• Medical Coding:
• Assign accurate diagnostic and procedural codes to patient encounters, ensuring adherence to coding guidelines and documentation standards.
• Review medical records, encounter forms, and other documentation to abstract relevant information for coding purposes.
• Translate medical terminology and procedures into standardized codes using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II code sets.
• Qualifications:
• Associate degree in Health Information Management or related field (preferred).
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification from AHIMA or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification from AAPC.
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in Outpatient Surgery medical coding in a healthcare setting.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Qualifications:
• Associate degree in Health Information Management or related field (preferred).
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or (CCS-P) certification from AHIMA or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) (COC) or (CIC) certification from AAPC.
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in outpatient surgery coding in a facility setting.
• Proficiency in ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and disease processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in using coding software and electronic health record (EHR) systems.
"The pay range for this position starts at $28.00; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonus opportunities may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.”
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Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
• Which coding systems have you used professionally?
• Have you assigned CPT codes for surgical procedures?
• Have you coded surgical procedures directly from operative reports?
• Have you applied modifiers to outpatient surgical claims?
• Which coding credential(s) do you currently hold?
• Which types of outpatient surgical cases have you coded?
Education:
• High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
• Outpatient surgery coding: 1 year (Required)
• ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding systems: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
• AHIMA or AAPC CCS, CCS-P, CPC, COC or CIC certification (Required)
Work Location: Remote