Coder

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) with match

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a skilled medical coder to review and code notes from clinics and hospitals.

The role involves abstracting CPT-4, HCPCS II, and ICD-9-CM data from medical records and ensuring accuracy for billing purposes. Responsibilities include addressing complex coding scenarios, communicating with physicians and practice management, and collaborating with the AR team to resolve coding-related denials.

Qualifications

• One year of coding and/or billing experience in healthcare.
• Certification required: CCS, CCS-P, RHIT, RHIA, CPC, CPC-H (AAPC/AHIMA).
• Knowledge of CPT-4, HCPCS II and ICD-9-CM.
• Familiarity with medical terminology and anatomy/physiology.

Responsibilities

• Review and code designated office/hospital notes for one or multiple practices.
• Resolve complex coding scenarios and provide documentation advice.
• Abstract CPT-4, HCPCS II and ICD-9-CM from medical records.
• Maintain knowledge of coding guidelines and regulations.
• Ensure timely charge entry and collaborate with AR to resolve denials.

Skills

One year coding/billing experience

Education

CCS

CCS-P

RHIT

RHIA

CPC/Hospital (AAPC)

Tools

eCW billing system

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized.

Job Summary and Qualifications

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Reviews and codes designated office/hospital notes for one or multiple practices. Resolves complex coding scenarios. Provides feedback and documentation advice to the physician non physician practitioner, and practice management. Works with AR to resolve coding related denials.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Receives and reviews charge documents from the clinic and/or hospital.
• Ensures charge information provided is correct and accurate.
• Abstracts CPT-4, HCPCS II and ICD-9-CM from medical records
• Keeps supervisor apprised of matters regarding charge entry.
• Charge entry into billing system in a timely manner.
• Works in conjunction with A/R team on follow up and resolution of coding related denials and rejections
• Responsible for maintaining current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations through the use of current CPT-4, HCPCS II, and ICD-9/ICDD-10 materials, the Federal Register, and other pertinent materials.
• Enhances professional growth and development through in-service meetings, educational programs, conferences, etc. Tracks denial patterns to address systemic issues
• Available to assist and direct the practice or other appropriate staff regarding documentation, billing, coding, and reimbursement issues.
• Performs related work and projects as required.
• Practice and adhere to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.
• Maintains strictest confidentiality.
• Meets designated productivity and accuracy rate of 95%.
• EDUCATION:
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology is preferred.
• EXPERIENCE:
• One year of coding and/or billing experience in a healthcare environment
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Must be one of the following: Certification Governing Body Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) AHIMA Registered Health Information Technician – RHIT AHIMA Registered Health Information Administrator – RHIA AHIMA Certified Professional Coder - (CPC®) AAPC Certified Professional Coder – Hospital (CPC-H®) AAPC Governing Body Full Name - AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) - AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of eCW billing system and/or other related billing system.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of medical coding including CPT-4, HCPCS II and ICD-9-CM.
• Skill in organization.
• Knowledge of specialty medical practices.

Benefits

Texas Joint Institute, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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