Coder I (Outpatient) - Full Time - Remote in Arkansas at Texas Health Resources
Job Description
Coder I (Outpatient)
Are you looking for a rewarding career with a top-notch healthcare company? We are looking for qualified Coders like you to join our Texas Health Family
Work location: Remote
Work hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
HIMS Coding Department Highlights:
100% remote work
Flexible hours/scheduling
Terrific work/life balance
APPROVED REMOTE WORK STATES
AR
FL
MO
NC
OK
TN
TX
UT
Heres What You Need
Education
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent General Studies REQUIRED or
H.S. Diploma or Equivalent With completion of ICD 10 and CPT Coding courses/program from a nationally recognized organization i.e. AAPC, AHIMA Must provide proof of PPE/internship hours REQUIRED or
Associate's Degree Health Information Technology Must provide proof of PPE/internship hours REQUIRED or
Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administration Must provide proof of PPE/internship hours REQUIRED
Experience
1 Year if H.S. Diploma - 1 yr experience in acute care hospital outpatient coding required REQUIRED
If completion of ICD 10 and CPT Coding courses/program, or Associate's Degree in HIT, or Bachelor's Degree in HIA - no experience required REQUIRED
Licenses and Certifications
CCA - Certified Coding Associate 12 Months REQUIRED or
COC - Certified Outpatient Coder 12 Months REQUIRED or
RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician 12 Months REQUIRED or
CPC - Certified Professional Coder 12 Months REQUIRED or
RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator 12 Months REQUIRED
Skills
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis to arrive at correct code assignment.
Accurately distinguishes between symptoms and a true diagnosis.
Applies knowledge of ICD 10-CM and CPT Procedure Guidelines for simple procedures.
Able to read and interpret health record documentation relevant to coding, typically provided by a single provider.
Keeps abreast of new developments in coding.
Basic knowledge of automated encoding system and computer assisted coding methods.
General knowledge of EHRs (electronic health record systems).
Demonstrated ability to utilize decision tree logic to arrive at basic coding assignment preferred.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word
What You Will Do
Reviews and interprets health record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis/procedures that require code assignment for outpatient ancillary, diagnostic, therapeutic and emergency department records.
Demonstrates appropriate utilization of coding software and coding reference material.
Assigns/sequences ICD10-CM and CPT codes to selected medical records per Coding Guidelines, THR Coding Compliance Policies, CMS and other third party payers.
Queries physicians to ensure appropriate documentation for accurate coding.
Maintains adequate production.
Abstracts pertinent information from patient medical records.
Correctly identifies and abstracts all physicians and disposition codes.
Maintains coding proficiency by keeping up-to-date on coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic and CPT Assistant.
Completes all required training and education.
Completes appropriate continuing education units as required for any credentials/certifications held and/or THR coding compliance requirements.
Additional perks of being a Texas Heath Coder
Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits .
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .
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