Our hospital provides high-quality care that transforms the lives of people living with disabling injuries and illnesses. The Medical Coder reviews and assigns diagnostic and procedure codes to patient records for reimbursement and data purposes, in keeping with state and federal regulations. This role is expected to reflect company values in daily practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assigning codes using ICD-10-CM
- Ensuring codes are accurate and sequenced correctly in accordance with government and insurance regulations
- Maintaining a 95% coding accuracy threshold
- Reviewing patient charts and supporting documentation for accuracy
- Identifying documentation discrepancies and following up with providers when information is insufficient or unclear
- Querying physicians for clarification and diagnostic detail as needed
- Staying current on coding and diagnostic procedures, as well as federal legislative changes
- Complying with HIPAA to protect patient confidentiality
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum qualifications
- 3 years of medical coding experience, or an AHIMA/AAPC coding certification
- Rehabilitation coding experience preferred
- Associate's degree in a related field preferred
Knowledge and skills
- Current knowledge of CPT and ICD-10 coding principles, government regulations, protocols, and third-party payer requirements related to coding and billing
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
- Knowledge of state and federal reimbursement guidelines under the prospective payment system
- Ability to interface with physicians and support accurate coding documentation
Physical requirements
- Significant sitting and reaching
- Ability to lift/exert up to 10 lbs
- Manual dexterity to operate equipment and a computer keyboard
- Close vision and ability to adjust focus
- Ability to hear overhead pages
Location
Texas, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
3 weeks ago
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