Certified Coder at Hannibal Regional Hospital – Hannibal, Missouri

Remote Opportunity

Pay based on experience, $19.57-$30.61

Perform a comprehensive review of the patient medical record to code and abstract medical, surgical, ancillary, social, and administrative data to ensure accurate billing and reimbursement and complete data capture.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Current coding certification through AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) or AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders), or RHIT/RHIA with coding experience required
• Thorough knowledge of the related prospective payments systems (PPS)
• Office Level Only – 1-5 years experience/apprentice status
• Proficiency in ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS Code Sets
• Proficiency in E/M Professional Office and Rural Health Coding
• Proficiency in Professional Coding for procedures performed in the office
• Broad knowledge of pharmacology indications for drug usage and related adverse reactions
• Knowledge of ancillary testing (laboratory, x-ray, EKG)
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• Understanding of ethical coding practices and guidelines
• Proficiency with computer applications, encoding system and ability to learn various software programs required