Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery

Davita Inc.; Scarborough (ME); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Coder II for Ambulatory Surgery, responsible for precise coding of diagnoses and procedures in a Level 1 Trauma Facility. Ideal candidates will have certifications and experience in multi-specialty surgical coding. Join a collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education programs

Well-being resources for family

Qualifications

• Two years of surgical coding experience required.
• RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, CASCC or CIRCC credential required.
• Experience in an acute care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate assignment of ICD and CPT coding for outpatient records.
• Performs complex surgical coding for specialty practices.

Skills

CPT Coding

ICD Coding

HCPCS Coding

Surgical Coding

Education

Associate's Degree in a science field

Tools

AHIMA accreditation

AAPC accreditation

Job description

Description

Fully Remote

The Coder II - Ambulatory Surgery role is responsible for the accurate assignment of ICD and CPT coding of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient medical records in the Ambulatory Surgery setting of a Level 1 Trauma Facility and Teaching Hospital. This position performs complex surgical coding in support of specialty or multi-specialty physician practices and OPPS and CAH hospitals.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Associate's Degree in a science field preferred with completion of an accredited program through AHIMA or AAPC.
2. License/Certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, CASCC or CIRCC credential required.
3. Experience: Two years of multi-specialty, preferably surgical coding experience, with CPT/ICD-CM/HCPCS/modifier coding for physician professional charges and a minimum of two years of experience in an acute care facility as a Clinical Coder II or equivalent required. Required experience coding Surgical Observations, ASU, Professional Surgical CPT's or any combination of these areas. Demonstrates competency in all essential functions of a Coder I - Ambulatory Surgery role.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Level 1 Trauma Facility coding experience. This position performs complex surgical coding in support of specialty or multi-specialty physician practices and OPPS and CAH hospitals. Single Path Coding experience preferred.

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

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