CERTIFIED CODER/ABSTRACTOR - HEALTH INFORMATION MGT - FT-REMOTE

Jrmc; Pine Bluff, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Health Information Management in Pine Bluff, AR is seeking a Certified Coder/Abstractor for a full-time remote role. You will analyze patient records, assign diagnosis and procedure codes, and ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Candidates should hold CPC/COC/CIC/CCS/CCS-P/CCA credentials and complete a credentialed coding program. Minimum of a high school diploma; associate degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Healthcare, Healthcare Information Management or Administration, or related field preferred.
• Certification in Coding (CPC, COC, CIC, CCS, CCS-P, or CCA) required.
• Credentialed Coding/Abstractor education program completed.

Responsibilities

• Analyze patient records and assign appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines and industry best practices.

Education

CPC

COC

CIC

CCS

CCS-P

CCA

Job description

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CERTIFIED CODER/ABSTRACTOR - HEALTH INFORMATION MGT - FT-REMOTE

Full Time Non-Management Jefferson Regional Main Hospital, Pine Bluff, AR, US

What You Should Know About theCertified Coder/Abstractor:

• Typical Hours: Monday- Friday from 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
• This position is based within Jefferson Regional Health Information Management

Job Summary:

The Certified Coder/ Abstractor is responsible for analyzing patient records and assigning appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with coding guidelines and industry best practices.

Certified Coder Abstractor Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Healthcare, Healthcare Information Management or Administration, or other related field preferred.
• One or more of the following:
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
  • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Coding Specialist Physician Based (CCS-P)
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
• Completion of a credentialed Coding/Abstractor education program required.
• Ability to be flexible with regulator/payer changes
• Must be capable of working independently and able to complete all tasks correctly and completely with minimal supervision
• Competent with computers and able to learn and adapt to software implementations, changes, or any other updates that require a pivot in daily workflow
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Minimum 2 years coding experience in an acute care setting

Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:

• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much, much, more!

Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.