Coder, Outpatient

DaMar Staffing; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Job summary

DaMar Staffing seeks a hospital outpatient coder to work under the Coding Manager, assigning diagnoses and procedures for outpatient surgeries and services, interpreting documentation and applying ICD-10-CM and CPT codes with modifiers per official guidelines. Proficiency in third-party payer requirements and hospital systems is desired.

You will abstract data into the hospital information system, ensure accurate, timely coding, and support remote or on-site work with flexible scheduling as

Qualifications

• Two years hospital outpatient coding experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT coding, including CCIs.
• Proficiency with medical terminology and hospital information systems (e.g., Meditech).

Responsibilities

• Assign ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for outpatient services.
• Interpret clinical documentation and determine appropriate modifiers and charges.
• Abstract data into the hospital information system.
• Ensure records are coded accurately and timely per guidelines.

Skills

ICD-10-CM

CPT coding

Medical terminology

Hospital information systems

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Meditech

Microsoft Office

Job description

Summary

Under the general supervision of the Coding Manager and according to established procedures, accountable for assignment of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient surgical and other services. Interprets clinical and diagnostic documentation and assigns appropriate ICD-10 (current edition) and / or CPT codes as well as modifiers, ED facility levels, Infusions/Injections and other charges as appropriate adhering to official coding guidelines. Requires knowledge of hospital coding, ambulatory classifications and coding guidelines. Abstracts required data into hospital information system. Ensure records are coded in an accurate and timely manner.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Licensure

Medical coding certification and training in medical terminology from an accredited program preferred. Recognized programs include: American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) and American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC). Must complete and pass certification program within one year from date of hire. Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (CCS-P) preferred.

Experience

Two years of hospital outpatient coding experience or related work experience preferred. Thorough knowledge of ICD CM (current edition and CPT coding as well as CCI edits. Thorough knowledge of third-party payer requirements as well as federal and state guidelines and regulations pertaining to coding and billing practices. Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work in a deadline oriented environment. Working knowledge of computerized abstracting systems and automated encoding systems. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Proficient with Microsoft applications, encoder, Meditech preferred.

Working Conditions, Physical Environment and/or Safety Requirements

Office or suitable home-office environment. Requires long periods of visually examining documents and viewing computer screens. Monday - Friday but could include weekends/holidays if deemed necessary. Option to perform coding remotely, with the signing of a telecommuting agreement.