Remote Inpatient Facility Medical Coder

Summary

The job involves coding patient health information records for various facilities and ensuring accuracy according to specific systems and guidelines. The candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in coding, with 4 years in inpatient facility coding or as a Coding Auditor position. They should also possess relevant certifications and be proficient in using computers and EMR patient documentation systems.

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in coding with four (4) years of inpatient facility coding or minimum four (4) years in the Coding Auditor position
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
• One of the following certificates: Registered Health Information Technician Certificate, Coding Specialist Certificate, Registered Health Information Administrator Certificate
• Previous experience with EMR patient documentation system with intermediate knowledge and skill in the use of a computer

Responsibilities

• Proficient in medical record review and translating clinical information into coded data
• Identify and assign appropriate codes for diagnoses, procedures, and other services rendered
• Utilize the Code Base Charge Trigger system (CBCT) and OPTUM 360 EncoderPRO software system
• Identify and assign principal diagnosis and procedure codes, sequencing them as needed
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of CMS HCC Risk Adjustment coding
• Review and verify chart information and assess data
• Stay current on coding and regulatory publications
• Assist with special projects and maintain confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in Health Information Management

Benefits

Remote work