Coder III

AAPC; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GBMC HealthCare in Towson, MD seeks a Coding Specialist to abstract and assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes under general supervision. You will ensure accurate data collection and support final billing through coding audits and data verification.

Required are 3+ years of CPT/ICD-10-CM coding with certification, radiology/IR coding experience, and knowledge of coding guidelines. An Associate degree is preferred and CIRCC not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred.
• At least 3 years of CPT and ICD-10-CM coding experience with certification.
• 3 years of radiology/interventional radiology coding and charging experience preferred.
• Knowledge of wound care coding.
• Familiar with Official Coding Guidelines and Coding Clinic.

Responsibilities

• Collects accurate data and reports clinical and demographic information to ensure data integrity.
• Retrieves and verifies information for accurate coding and final billing.
• Conduct charging audits, review reports, and edit charges as needed.
• Relays information to the Outpatient Coding Supervisor affecting billing procedures.
• Performs daily account productivity with accurate documentation and reporting.
• Maintains data quality standard of 95% accuracy on coding and charging.

Skills

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Radiology coding

Wound care coding

Coding guidelines

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

Coding software

Job description

Coding Specialist

Under general supervision, collects data by abstracting, assessing and analyzing demographic and clinical information to accurately assign the appropriate ICD-10-CM codes and CPT codes.

Education

Associates Degree preferred.

Experience

At least 3 years of CPT and ICD-10-CM coding experience with certification. 3 years of radiology/interventional radiology coding and charging experience preferred. Knowledge of specialty coding including wound care. Other combinations of formal education, training and experience may be considered.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy and physiology

Knowledge in all aspects of Radiology and Interventional Radiology and wound care coding

Knowledge of coding guidelines as set forth by Official Coding Guidelines, Coding Clinic. Ability to keep current with recent trends within the industry

Skill in using computers and software applications

Ability to interpret medical terminology in order to code records utilizing the International Classification of Diseases and CPT coding systems

Licensures, Certifications

RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCS-P, CPC, COC, or CPC-H required; CIRCC certification preferred

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Collects accurate data and reports clinical and demographic information to ensure the integrity of data use throughout the institution.

Retrieves/verifies information necessary for accurate coding, utilizing the appropriate information system effectively to assign appropriate diagnoses and procedure codes for final billing.

Conduct charging audits, review reports, and edit charges appropriately.

Relays information to the Outpatient Coding Supervisor that may affect procedures relating to billing, reimbursement or statistics.

Performs required daily account productivity, including accurate documentation and reporting of activity.

Maintains a data quality standard of 95% accuracy on coding and charging.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, walk, concentrate and pay close attention to detail

GBMC Values

Respect

Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy.

Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities.

Excellence

Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations.

Actively pursues learning and self-development.

Pays attention to detail; follows through.

Accountability

Sets a positive, professional example for others.

Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them.

Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties.

Reports to work regularly and on time.

Teamwork

Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team.

Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way.

Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions.

Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others.

Ethical Behavior

Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment.

Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers.

Results

Embraces change and improvement in the work environment.

Continuously seeks to improve the quality of products/services.

Displays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstacles.

Achieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficiently.

Pay Range

$27.32 - $44.80

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.