Coder - Provider Practice - Hospitalist

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); Remote; USD 250,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Coding Specialist to work remotely in Fargo, ND. The role involves reviewing medical documentation, ensuring compliance with coding standards, and providing accurate ICD-10 and CPT coding. Candidates must have an associate degree in Health Information Technology and specific coding certifications. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Specific knowledge of diagnostic and procedural terminology.
• Recognized coding credentials required or must be obtained within one year.
• Coursework in ICD-10-CM/ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding schemes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation and ensure compliance with coding standards.
• Support Medicare and Commercial Carrier workflows.
• Provide accurate and timely coding of diagnoses and procedures.
• Convey coding guidelines to improve documentation accuracy.

Skills

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

Medical terminology

Human anatomy/physiology

Education

Associate degree in Health Information Technology

Certification in Coding

Job description

Overview

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Facility: Remote ND (Fargo) | Location: Fargo, ND | Address: | Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts | Job Schedule: Full time | Weekly Hours: 40.00 | Salary Range: $19.00 - $30.50

Department Details

Responsibilities

• Review medical documentation, assign appropriate codes (ICD-10, HCPCS, CPT), and ensure compliance with coding standards, regulations, and company procedures.
• Understand and support the Medicare and Commercial Carrier workflows related to daily coding, denial review and appeals management, including preparation of supporting documents for the appeals process.
• Monitor and validate physician charge capture; review and audit medical record documentation to reflect coding accurately and substantiate appropriate service reimbursement.
• Provide accurate and timely ICD-10-CM coding of diagnoses, HCPCS and CPT coding in accordance with official coding standards and company procedures.
• Convey coding guidelines to physicians and other healthcare providers to improve the accuracy of medical record documentation.
• Demonstrate self-motivation, the ability to work independently, multi-task, problem solve, and make informed recommendations to medical professionals based on current information.
• Participate in coding team meetings and serve as a subject matter expert.
• Support both technical and professional services in provider clinics, Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC), and hospital professional services.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits and relative value units as appropriate for the role.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Health Information Technology or Certification in Coding required.
• Specific knowledge of diagnostic and procedural terminology; coursework in ICD-10-CM/ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding schemes; medical terminology or human anatomy/physiology preferred.
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), CPC-A, CCS, CCS-P, CCS-H, COC or other recognized coding credentials required. If not certified at hire, certification must be obtained within one year of employment.

Benefits

Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; work/life balance benefits; and generous paid time off. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].

Sanford Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0238355 | Job Function: Revenue Cycle | Featured: No