Outpatient Facility Coder

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Summary

Join our team as a remote contract outpatient facility coder! This role requires at least 5 years of coding experience in ambulatory surgery, emergency room, and ancillary services. You will accurately code medical records, adhere to coding guidelines, and maintain patient confidentiality. The ideal candidate is resourceful, organized, and detail-oriented, possessing excellent communication and computer skills. Certification (COC, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA) is required. This is a remote position.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of coding experience
  • Extensive coding in all aspects of ambulatory surgery coding
  • Emergency Room and Ancillary Services coding abilities
  • Ability to validate hard-coded CPTs/charges
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail oriented and deadline driven attitude
  • Sound knowledge of medical terminology
  • Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, and internet)
  • Ability to multitask and keep a sense of urgency
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong time management, organization skills, and work ethic
  • Certification Requirements: COC, CCS, RHIT, or RHIA

Responsibilities

  • Accurately code medical records for all ambulatory surgery services, ancillary services, and emergency room services
  • Follow current ICD-10 and CPT coding guidelines
  • Adhere to NCD, LCD, and CCI policies as necessary
  • Apply modifiers as appropriate
  • Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines
  • Stay updated about new coding rules as codes routinely change
  • Responsible and accountable for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information. Follow HIPAA security policies and procedures affecting your job, and report any suspected or actual violation or breach
  • Requires long periods of time sitting and using keyboard and mouse
  • Meet and maintain department production and quality standards
  • Additional tasks/duties as assigned by management

Benefits

This is a remote role

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