Description

• Multispecialty Surgery - OB Gyn
• Multispecialty Surgery - Gastroenterology
• Multispecialty Surgery - Orthopedics

• The Coder 2 is proficient in three or more types of outpatient, Profee, or low acuity inpatient coding.
• The Coder 2 may code low acuity inpatients, one time ancillary/series, emergency department, observation, day surgery, and/or professional fee to include evaluation and management (E/M) coding or profee surgery.
• For professional fee coding, team members in this job code will be proficient for inpatient and outpatient, for multi-specialties.
• Coder 2 utilizes the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM. ICD-10-PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and other coding references to ensure accurate coding.
• Coding references will be used to ensure accurate coding and grouping of classification assignment (e.g., MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC etc.)
• The Coder 2 will abstract and enter required data.

• Examines and interprets documentation from medical records and completes accurate coding of diagnosis, procedures and professional fees.
• Reviews diagnostic and procedure codes and charges in the applicable documentation system to generate appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with providers for missing documentation elements and offers guidance and education when needed.
• Reconciles billing issues by formulating the rationale for rejecting and correcting inaccurate charges.
• Works collaboratively with revenue cycle departments to ensure coding and edits are processed timely and accurately.
• Reviews and edits charges.

• Sound knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the coding area.
• Sound knowledge of transaction code sets, HIPAA requirements and other issues impacting the coding and abstracting function.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Demonstrated proficiency of the use of computer applications, group software and Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI) edits.
• Sound knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis and procedural coding and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) procedural coding.
• Ability to interpret health record documentation to identify procedures and services for accurate code assignment.
• Flexibility and adaptability while also balancing requirements and regulatory and accreditation guidelines that are non-negotiables.

• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
• Registered Health Information Technologist (RHIT)
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Certified Coding Specialist Physician-based (CCS-P)
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
• Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
• Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
• Certified Interventional Radiology Cardiovascular Coder (CIRCC)

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Must have ONE of the coding certifications as listed:
  • Cert Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Cert Coding Specialist-Physician (CCS-P)
  • Cert Inpatient Coder (CIC)
  • Cert Interv Rad CV Coder (CIRCC) - Cert Outpatient Coder (COC)
  • Cert Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Reg Health Info Administrator (RHIA)
  • Reg Health Information Technician (RHIT).