Coder/Abstractor - Outpatient Level II

At White Plains Hospital, you will work alongside some of the most talented professionals. The hospital is recognized for its exceptional culture, world-class physicians, Magnet-designated nurses, and dedicated employees making a positive community impact. The environment offers strong growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and flexible work schedules.

This position is responsible for coding and abstracting medical records for outpatient hospital services, including same-day surgery, observation, emergency department, clinic services, infusion center, and diagnostic testing.

Responsibilities include:

• Adherence to WPH performance standards and policies
• Accurate code assignment following ICD-10 CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, and modifiers
• Analyzing medical records to identify appropriate coding and sequencing
• Reviewing local and national coverage determinations for accuracy
• Querying physicians for documentation clarification
• Limited charge correction and validation
• Effective interdepartmental communication
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and independence in work
• Abstracting data accurately into health information systems
• Meeting quality and productivity standards
• Staying current with coding changes, HIM best practices, and payer guidelines
• Using Microsoft applications and HIM software like 3M 360 coding applications and Optum Lynx
• Participating in staff and educational meetings
• Completing annual competency requirements

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree preferred
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) and/or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required if hired after 1/1/2025
• Minimum two years of coding experience in Health Information Management preferred
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, HCPCS, CPT-4, medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology required

Core Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and accurate
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Team player with composure under stress
• Professional communication with internal and external customers
• Ability to discuss clinical data with medical and nursing staff
• Proficient English communication skills at a clinical level
• Commitment to ethical standards per AHIMA Code of Ethics

Work Environment & Requirements:

• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals with accessible safety data sheets
• Ability to maintain concentration amid distractions
• Stationary work for extended periods (95%)
• Use of standard office equipment and troubleshooting computer systems

The role serves various populations including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, and others across diverse special needs.

Salary range: $53,840.67 to $80,782.07 annually.