Coder II- Remote / RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA

Baptist Health Care Corp; Florida; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Care is seeking a Coder II to review outpatient records and assign ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes with high accuracy. The role supports ER charging when applicable and emphasizes adherence to coding guidelines and productivity targets.

Successful candidates will have accredited coding program graduation and RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCA credentials, with ongoing professional development and collaboration across HIM and Revenue Integrity teams.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited coding program is required.
• RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCA certification is required or to be obtained upon hire.
• Experience coding outpatient records and ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient records to assign ICD-10-CM/CPT-4 codes accurately.
• Ensure coding is compliant with official guidelines and sequencing rules.
• Communicate coding questions to HIM leadership and Revenue Integrity to resolve issues.

Education

Graduation from an accredited coding program

RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCA certification (Upon Hire Required)

Job description

Job Description

Must live in one of the approved states :Florida, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Tennessee, Texas (excluding Austin, TX), North CarolinaThe Coder II reviews outpatient records and accurately assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes according to established guidelines with a 97% accuracy rate while maintaining coding standards for productivity.This position reviews outpatient records and assigns codes according to outpatient rules.The Coder II may be responsible for ER Facility Charging, if applicable.This position follows up on outstanding unbilled accounts on a regular basis and does not have excessive re-bills.

Responsibilities

Reviews patient medical records and accurately assigns appropriate ICD-10-CM or CPT-4 codes according to established guidelines.Applies sequencing guidelines to coded data according to official coding rules.Reviews medical records to ensure appropriate documentation is there to support codes / ER charges assigned.Responsible for being knowledgeable of coding and diagnostic procedures, as well as remaining current about federal legislative changes that affect outcome.Communicates questions or concerns to the Coding Manager, HIM Services Director, or BHC's Revenue Integrity Department to ensure prompt resolution.Works with medical staff to resolve coding issues and associated problems.Works as a team member to achieve goals for department.Maintains current knowledge / certification and pursues professional growth and development.

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited coding program Upon Hire Required andRegistered Health Information Administrator (RHIA_AHIMA) Upon Hire Required orRegistered Health Information Technician (RHIT_AHIMA) Upon Hire Required orCertified Coding Specialist (CCS_AHIMA) Upon Hire Required orCertified Coding Associate (CCA_AHIMA) Upon Hire Required orBaptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama.The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network.With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.Baptist Health Care, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer.BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law.J-18808-Ljbffr.