As a Hospital Surgery/Observation Coder, you will code and abstract outpatient records for data retrieval, analysis, reimbursement, and research.
You will use the 3M encoder and EMR systems to enter diagnostic and procedure codes, ensure coding accuracy, and maintain quality and productivity standards across all facilities.
Primary responsibilities include outpatient hospital surgery and observation coding, APC assignment, modifier assignment, resolving coding edits, and abstracting pertinent information from outpatient records for follow-up and reporting.
This position is remote-eligible for candidates residing in approved states.
Requirements & Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Current AHIMA credential (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P) or AAPC credential (COC, CIC, CPC-H, CPC), or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in an acute care setting
- Demonstrated competency in outpatient coding guidelines and APC assignment
- Intermediate to advanced coding competency in ICD-10-CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, and coding modifiers
- Knowledge of disease management, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems such as 3M
- Basic computer and email proficiency
Preferred
- Associate degree
- Previous remote work experience
Remote eligibility
- Colorado, Kansas, and New Mexico
- Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming
Location
Colorado, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Senior
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago
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