Now hiring a full-time remote inpatient coder for Carpenter Health Network – Restorative Division.
The Remote Regional Coder (RC) abstracts and assigns the appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes to patient claims to support accurate reimbursement from governmental and non-governmental payors. The role works closely with the Corporate Director of Documentation and Reimbursement, facility HIM, Case Managers, and Licensed Independent Practitioners to support the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Key responsibilities include concurrent inpatient documentation review, accurate diagnosis and procedure coding, and generating physician queries to resolve ambiguous, incomplete, or conflicting documentation.
Qualifications
- RHIT, RHIA, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credential required
- Minimum of 2 years of current inpatient coding experience in an LTAC or acute care setting
- Working knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT/HCPCS, MS-DRG, APR-DRG, and APC coding principles and guidelines
- 3M Coding Software knowledge preferred
- Experience with Medicare and other third-party payer regulatory issues related to hospital coding and billing
- Proficiency with computers, including basic Microsoft Office skills
- Excellent communication and organization skills
Benefits
- Excellent pay
- Increased earning potential
- Growth opportunities
- Opportunity to work remotely
Location
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
3 weeks ago