BJC HealthCare is hiring an Outpatient III Coder to work remotely. This entry-level role is responsible for coding ambulatory surgery encounters by assigning diagnosis, procedure codes, and modifiers in compliance with regulatory and organizational guidelines.
The position supports coding integrity, medical record accuracy, and collaboration with HIM Operations, Patient Access, and other departments.
Requirements & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- No experience required
- No supervisory experience required
- Certification/license in area of expertise
Required Certifications
At least one of the following is required:
- RHIA
- RHIT
- CCS
- CPC
- CPC-A
- CCA
- COC
Preferred Experience
- 2-5 years of coding experience preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Review and analyze patient encounters for compliant coding
- Assign codes accurately and in a timely manner
- Abstract data elements as required
- Collaborate with leadership and departments to ensure medical record integrity and coding compliance
- Stay current with coding conventions, regulatory guidelines, code updates, and BJC coding guidance
Benefits & Perks
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire
- Disability insurance paid by BJC
- Annual 4% automatic retirement contribution
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid time off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
- Adoption assistance
Location
Missouri, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
2 weeks ago
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