Centralized Coder I, FTE

Lifepoint Health®; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Centralized Coder to enhance its coding processes for multispecialty outpatient and hospital records. In this role, you will ensure compliance with coding standards, optimize reimbursement, and provide essential training to staff and physicians. This position offers a chance to contribute significantly to healthcare delivery while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible PTO, medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. Join a dedicated team committed to making communities healthier and experience a fulfilling career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

401k

Flexible PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of medical coding experience required.
• Certification from AHIMA or AAPC is essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical records for coding accuracy and compliance.
• Provide guidance on coding issues to physicians and staff.
• Maintain a 95% accuracy rate in coding.

Skills

Medical Coding

ICD-10-CM

CPT Guidelines

Documentation Review

Compliance Standards

Patient Chart Analysis

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

AHIMA Certification

AAPC Certification

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Who we are:

At Lifepoint Health, we provide quality healthcare to rural communities. As a valued member of our team, you will be an integral part of a group working together to elevate Lifepoint's healthcare delivery network. Our network includes 60+ community hospitals, 60+ rehabilitation/behavioral health hospitals, and 250 additional sites of care across the United States. We are dedicated to serving communities nationwide by providing exceptional care. We believe in the power of our talented teams and strive to create environments where employees find purpose and fulfillment.

What you’ll do:

As Centralized Coder, you will be responsible for providing coding for multispecialty outpatient, hospital, and surgery records. You will evaluate medical records and charge tickets to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with ICD-10-CM and CPT guidelines. You will also provide technical guidance and training on medical coding to physicians and staff. Experience in Cardiology and Radiation Oncology is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate medical record documentation and charge-ticket coding to optimize reimbursement, ensuring codes and documentation support outpatient visits and comply with standards.
• Review patient charts for documentation and billing accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze medical records to code and abstract medical information for submission.
• Manage timely coding and interpret medical information to assign correct ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
• Review Medicare reimbursement claims for accuracy before submission to reduce denials.
• Provide guidance to physicians and staff on coding issues and documentation.
• Stay updated on coding rules, laws, and regulations through ongoing education.
• Educate staff on proper coding procedures and documentation.
• Maintain a 95% accuracy rate in coding while ensuring high productivity.
• Report coding issues and trends to physicians using charts, graphs, and guidelines.
• Keep informed about coding standards, laws, and regulations through research and resources.
• Follow ethical coding standards and confidentiality policies.

What you’ll need:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 3-5 years of medical coding experience.
• Certification from AHIMA or AAPC (e.g., CPC, CEMC, CPMA, CRC, CPB, CCS-P, RHIT).

Why choose us:

As part of the Health Support Center, our mission is to support those providing care to our patients and communities. We aim to attract, retain, and empower a diverse workforce dedicated to our mission: “Making Communities Healthier.” We offer a comprehensive benefits package including 401k, flexible PTO, medical, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program to promote your wellbeing.

Additional details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare