Lead Coder - Working Outside City, Revenue Integrity/Coding, Flexible hours from 6am-6pm, Fully Remote

Bring your passion and expertise to make a difference as a Lead Coder - Working Outside City, Revenue Integrity/coding, Flexible Hours From 6am-6pm, Fully Remote! We have an opening at our office in Remote. This position requires a strong and diverse skillset in relevant areas to drive success. A salary of a competitive salary is offered, reflecting your skills and experience.

 

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Responsibilities: The Lead Coder reviews, analyzes and codes diagnostic and procedural information using ICD-10-CM diagnosis and procedures and CPT coding for reimbursement. Assign and sequence ICD-10-CM/CPT codes by applying regulatory coding guidelines. Apply advanced knowledge of disease processes to assign codes for conditions and procedures not listed in the indexes of coding books. Follow appropriate guidelines and policies to code accurately from physician documentation within the medical record. Queries physicians for diagnoses or missing/ambiguous information for accurate coding. Apply organizational documentation policies and procedures in conjunction with official coding guidelines. Applies knowledge of coding and DRG assignment for ethical and optimal reimbursement. Competent to accurately code and abstract all inpatient, 23-hour observations, same day surgery, emergency room and/or clinic records in a consistent, accurate and timely manner. Evaluates the record for documentation consistency and adequacy. Ensures the final diagnosis accurately reflects the care and treatment rendered. Follow the established policies and procedures for coding and of the department. Consistently meet coding standards per discipline. Works as team member to meet organizational financial goals. Assist with reports, training of employees, auditing employees, working with CDMP, and other duties as required. • *This position offers a fully remote work opportunity. Employees in this role must reside in one of the following states to be considered for fully remote positions: Kentucky, Indiana, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, North Carolina, or South Carolina.** Qualifications: Required: • One year coding • One of: CCA or CCS or CIC-ICD or COC or CPC or RHIA or RHIT Desired: • Three years acute care hospital inpatient coding • Associate Degree • Certified Coding Associate OR Certified Coding Specialist OR Certified Inpatient Coder ICD-10 OR Certified Outpatient Coding OR Certified Professional Coder OR Registered Health Information Administrator OR Registered Health Information Technician Apply Job!

 

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