Now hiring a full-time remote inpatient coder for Carpenter Health Network's Restorative Division.
The Remote Regional Coder (RC) abstracts and assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS codes to patient claims to support accurate reimbursement from governmental and non-governmental payors. This 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 and ensure accurate coding services.
Key responsibilities include concurrent inpatient documentation review, accurate code assignment for principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures, and generating physician queries to clarify ambiguous, incomplete, or conflicting documentation.
• RHIT/RHIA, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) required • Minimum 2 years of current inpatient coding experience in LTAC or acute care required • 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 MS Office skills • Strong communication and organizational skills
• Excellent pay • Increased earning potential • Growth opportunities
Location
Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Employment Type
Full-time
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Remote work allowed
Yes
Posted
3 weeks ago