Coder Outpatient
About Our Client:
Founded in 2003, this organization operates in the healthcare management industry, addressing challenges in revenue cycle operations, administrative workflows, care coordination, and clinical research on a global scale. It supports more than 350 healthcare organizations with a workforce of 35,000 skilled professionals across the United States, India, Colombia, and the Philippines, providing technology, specialty expertise, and operational support to healthcare providers, payers, life science companies, medical device manufacturers, health technology firms, and researchers.
About the Opportunity:
The CODER OUTPATIENT is responsible for accurately abstracting and coding clinical information from diverse medical records to ensure precise assignment of diagnoses and procedure codes. This role contributes to the organization by maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, supporting accurate billing, and facilitating proper reimbursement. It is essential for sustaining the integrity and efficiency of the healthcare revenue cycle.
Responsibilities:
Abstract, code, sequence, and interpret clinical information from inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, professional fee, and clinical medical records.
Assign correct principal and secondary diagnoses and procedure codes with accurate sequencing.
Apply technical coding principles and reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate codes.
Enter coded medical data into software programs or encoders following official coding guidelines.
Maintain compliance with external regulatory, accreditation, State, and Federal requirements.
Extract pertinent data from patient health records for reports and billing documents.
Identify codes for reporting medical services and physician procedures, entering codes into various computer systems.
Track and document productivity in specified systems, maintaining defined productivity levels.
Maintain a 95% quality rating.
Perform duties in compliance with policies and procedures, including HIPAA and other compliance requirements.
Requirements:
- Successful completion of an AAPC or AHIMA-approved Coding Certificate Program.
- Minimum of two years post-certification coding experience.
- Experience with EPIC and Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC) systems.
- Knowledge of coding conventions and rules established by AHIMA, AMA, AHA, and CMS.Understanding of JCAHO, coding compliance, HIPAA, and HITECH standards related to medical records and reimbursement.
- Pay Range and Compensation Package:
- The pay range and compensation package for this role will be determined based on the candidate's experience, skills, and other relevant factors.
Benefits & Perks:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Voluntary insurance options.401(k) plan with employer match.
Professional development opportunities.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Eligibility for bonus programs, commissions, or other incentive plans depending on position, location, and tenure.
Equal Opportunity Statement: Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.
Note:
RemoteHunter is a recruitment partner of this role. Please note that all employment decisions, including candidate assessment, interviews, hiring, compensation, and employment terms, are made exclusively by the hiring employer.