FTE: 1.0
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Location: Remote - Authorized remote work states - FL, GA, MO, PA, NC, SC, TN and TX
Additional Details:
The new hire will be required to attend in-person onboarding and hospital orientation.
Summary:
The Coder III is responsible for evaluating and assigning the appropriate ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes, as well as abstracting pertinent clinical information for bill preparation for the following patient types: Inpatient, Rehabilitation, and performing select Coder II functions as outlined in the coding policy and procedure manual.
This role is also responsible for:
Researching and resolving coding/billing issues.
Analyzing medical records for completeness, consistency, and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Education:
Post-High School Special Training
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
AAPC or AHIMA Medical Coding Certification
Experience Requirements:
Minimum of 6 months inpatient coding experience (requirement consistent across all facilities)
Minimum of 1 year experience in acute care coding, including Medicare, MS-DRGs, and APR-DRGs
Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training:
Knowledge of basic and advanced ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding instructions
Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
Verifiable training in coding systems, advanced medical and anatomical terminology, clinical theory, and reimbursement principles through college courses, hospital in-service, and/or approved seminars
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English