Coder II job at Baylor Scott & White Health

Remote; Deutschland; Remote; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Coder II to work remotely. The role involves coding medical records, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and collaborating with other departments. Candidates must have a valid coding certification (CCS or CPC) and two years of relevant experience. The position offers competitive benefits, including education assistance and a retirement savings plan.

Leistungen

Education assistance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Qualifikationen

• Must have coding certifications in CCS or CPC.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in coding.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology is essential.

Aufgaben

• Examine medical records and perform accurate coding.
• Review codes and charges to ensure correctness.
• Communicate with providers regarding documentation issues.
• Collaborate with billing departments for accurate processing.
• Ensure compliance with coding regulations and guidelines.

Kenntnisse

Proficiency in ICD-10 coding

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Coding certification (CCS, CPC)

2 years of coding experience

Jobbeschreibung

Professional Certification, Health Information (RHIA, RHIT), Medical Coding (CCA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC)

Retirement Savings, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off

About the Role

Location: Remote United States

Job Type: Full Time

Job Id: 25013398

Job Description:

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

The pay range for this position is $26.66 (entry-level qualifications) - $40.00 (highly experienced) The specific rate will depend upon the successful candidate's specific qualifications and prior experience.

The Coder II is skilled in three or more types of outpatient, Profee, or low acuity inpatient coding.

The Coder II may code low acuity inpatient's, one-time ancillary/series, emergency department, observation, day surgery, and/or professional fee, including evaluation and management (E/M) coding or profee surgery. For professional fee coding, team members in this job code are proficient for inpatient and outpatient, for multi-specialties.

The Coder II uses the International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS), including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and other coding references. These references ensure accurate coding and grouping of classification assignments (e.g., MS-DRG, APR-DRG, APC, etc.).

The Coder II will abstract and enter required data.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Examines and interprets documentation from medical records and completes accurate coding of diagnosis, procedures and professional fees.
• Reviews diagnostic and procedure codes and charges in the applicable documentation system to generate appropriate coding and billing.
• Communicates with providers for missing documentation elements and offers guidance and education when needed.
• Reconciles billing issues by formulating the rationale for rejecting and correcting inaccurate charges.
• Works collaboratively with revenue cycle departments to ensure coding and edits are processed timely and accurately.
• Reviews and edits charges.

Key Success Factors

• Sound knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the coding area.
• Sound knowledge of transaction code sets, HIPAA requirements and other issues impacting the coding and abstracting function.
• Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Demonstrated proficiency of the use of computer applications, group software and Correct Coding Initiatives (CCI) edits.
• Sound knowledge of ICD-10 diagnosis and procedural coding and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) procedural coding.
• Ability to interpret health record documentation to identify procedures and services for accurate code assignment.
• Flexibility and adaptability while also balancing requirements and regulatory and accreditation guidelines that are non-negotiables.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
• Must have ONE of the following coding certifications:
• Cert Coding Specialist (CCS)
• Cert Professional Coder (CPC)