Coder I

Lifepoint Health®; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K benefits

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a skilled medical coder for National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs, AR. You will code diagnoses and procedures, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout data retrieval and claims processing.

Primary responsibilities include applying ICD and CPT coding guidelines, supporting integrity of health information, and performing additional duties as assigned to support hospital operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a program in discipline is required.
• Licensed/certified coder credentials are preferred or required as stated.
• Experience with ICD/CPT coding and coding guidelines is valued.

Responsibilities

• Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes to patient records using approved guidelines.
• Assigns CPT/HCPCS codes to records with proper supporting documentation.
• Apply Coding Guidelines to select the correct diagnosis codes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical coding

ICD coding

CPT coding

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a program in discipline

Certified Coder

Job description

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose.

Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. National Park Medical Center, a 163-bed full-service hospital, is a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region.

Where We Are

Live where others only get to vacation...Hot Springs, located in the gently rolling Ouachita Mountains, offers a unique combination of natural beauty, cultural life, and historical interest. With numerous outdoor activities, art galleries, local shops, and diverse cuisine, Hot Springs has something for everyone.

Why Choose Us

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Short-term and Long-term disability 100% paid for by the company
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Loan repayment, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for qualified candidates
• Professional development opportunities, apprenticeship programs, and certification assistance
• And much more...

Position Summary

Applies the appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis, and claims processing. Responsibilities include:

• Assigns accurate ICD diagnosis codes, using compliant documentation.
• Assigns accurate CPT/HCPCS codes to records, using compliant documentation.
• Applies knowledge of Coding Guidelines to select the appropriate diagnosis code.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a Program in Discipline is required.
• Certified Coder

EEOC Statement

National Park Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.