Credentialed Coder PRN, Health Information Services

CarolinaEast Health System; New Bern (NC); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Carolina is seeking an IP Hospital coder to perform vital coding duties for medical services. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of coding systems and certifications. This role not only offers the chance to contribute to patient care but also includes participation in a remote coding program that enhances work-life balance.

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Opportunity for remote work

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of coding experience.
• Strong knowledge of coding rules and guidelines.
• Successful completion of HIS Hospital Proficiency Test.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and administrative work reviewing and coding diagnoses and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with third party, state, and federal regulations.
• Deliver outstanding customer service upholding CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

Skills

ICD-10 CM/PCS coding

HCPCS/CPT coding

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AHIMA or AAPC certification

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: Performs technical and administrative work reviewing, abstracting and assigning accepted medical and surgical codes for inpatient and outpatient diagnoses, procedures and services. Duties are performed in compliance with third party, state and federal regulations according to standardized procedures. This position is eligible for the remote coding program.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

***Our need for this PRN job is an IP Hospital coder*****

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of HIS Hospital Proficiency Test
• Must have AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) certification and credential or AAPC (American Academy of Professional Coders) certification and credential
• Minimum of two (2) years of coding experience
• Strong knowledge of ICD-10 CM/PCS and/or HCPCS/CPT coding with analytical and data mining skills.
• Strong Knowledge of coding rules and guidelines, Coding Clinic and CPT Assistant
• Strong knowledge of Ambulatory Payment Classification (APC) system for outpatient cases and/or Medical Severity Diagnosis Related Groups (MS-DRG) system for inpatient cases
• Computer data entry skills required
• Possess balance of being highly productive and yet produce high quality work
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal and have extensive attention to detail
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.