Coder I

YMCA of Florida's First Coast; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Coder I for a remote position. This role involves assigning codes to various medical procedures and diagnoses, ensuring compliance with medical necessity requirements, and utilizing knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. The ideal candidate will thrive in a flexible environment, showcasing strong communication skills and a commitment to accuracy. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow in the healthcare coding field and make a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; preferred Associate's or Bachelor's in Health Information Management.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes to diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.
• Research medical necessity needs and maintain coding accuracy.

Skills

PC knowledge

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Customer service skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management

Job description

University of Florida Health | Jacksonville, FL 32277

Overview

Full Time - Remote Position

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Under minimal technical or managerial supervision, this position assigns codes to diagnoses and/or procedures using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 for observation, ambulatory surgeries, outpatient procedures, outpatient clinics, and emergency room encounters. A Coder I will also research medical necessity needs if necessary and have a good working knowledge of Medicare Local Medical Review Policy (LMRPs).

Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED. Specific course work: Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, or other related course work.

Preferred Education: Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management/Medical Record Administration. Equivalent healthcare college degree may also be considered.

Necessary Skills:

1. PC knowledge
2. Good written and oral communication and customer service skills
3. Must be detail oriented, organized, and flexible
4. Able to demonstrate initiative and perform minimum productivity levels
5. Must have thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology and able to accept direction with changing priorities

Preferred Licensure/Certifications: CCA or CPC with 1-3 years experience or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) or RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator).

Required Experience: Less than one year - Outpatient coding experience.

Preferred Experience: Three to five years of coding experience in a large acute care teaching facility.