ER Coder - Remote

Appone; Bluffton (SC); Remote; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort Memorial Hospital is seeking a Facility Coder to convert diagnoses and procedures into ICD-10-CM and CPT codes for inpatient and outpatient services. The role includes DRG assignments for inpatient accounts and APC assignments for outpatient accounts to ensure accurate documentation.

Education includes post-high school health care coursework; 1–3 years hospital coding experience is preferred. AHIMA/AAPC certification is required. EOE.

Qualifications

• Post-high school health care coursework is required.
• 1–3 years hospital coding experience preferred.
• AHIMA or AAPC certification (CCA/CCS/CPC-H/RHIA/RHIT or equivalent) required.

Responsibilities

• Convert diagnoses and procedures for hospital inpatient and outpatient services into ICD-10-CM and CPT codes.
• Assign DRGs and APCs to ensure proper documentation for coding the patient’s medical record.

Skills

General computer skills

Microsoft Word/Outlook/Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Post-High School health care coursework

Tools

Coding encoder software

Abstracting software

Job description

About the Organization Join the team that's redefining healthcare in the Lowcountry. At Beaufort Memorial Hospital, we're not just filling positions, we're building the future of healthcare.

As the largest locally governed healthcare system between Charleston and Savannah, Beaufort Memorial is experiencing unprecedented growth, innovation, and transformation. With a new hospital in the horizon, expanded services, significant investments in workforce development, and a renewed commitment to employee experience, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team. Our People team has recently undergone a strategic transformation, bringing together some of the brightest minds in talent acquisition, workforce development, employee engagement, leadership development, analytics, and human resources. We've reimagined how we attract, develop, engage, and retain exceptional talent because we believe our employees deserve the same level of excellence that we provide to our patients.

Why Beaufort Memorial? At Beaufort Memorial, you'll find more than a job - you'll find purpose, opportunity, and a team that is invested in your success. Whether you're an experienced healthcare professional, a new graduate, or someone looking to grow your career, you'll have access to career pathways, leadership development, educational opportunities, mentorships, recognition programs, and a culture built on collaboration, accountability, and compassion. If you're looking for an organization where your voice matters, your contributions are recognized, and your career can thrive, we invite you to explore what is possible at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Beaufort Memorial is a locally governed, community-focused healthcare system that offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Beaufort Memorial offers career growth, advancement opportunities, workforce education, and career pathway initiatives. Come be a part of something bigger!

Req Number CLE-26-00099

Position Coder (Facility)

Location Bluffton Community Hospital

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Description

Converts diagnoses and procedures for hospital inpatient and outpatient services, psychiatric inpatient and outpatient services, and inpatient rehab facility services into numerical codes utilizing ICD10CM and CPT coding systems. Makes DRG assignments to inpatient accounts and APC assignments to outpatient accounts to obtain appropriate documentation for the coding of the patient’s medical record.

Position Requirements

Education

• Education to include Post-High School credits in specialized health care subjects, i.e., medical science, pathophysiology, anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, ICD 10 coding, CPT/HCPCS coding, etc.

Experience

• Experience working with computers is required.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel preferred.
• ICD10CM coding experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Previous experience with coding encoder software/abstracting software is preferred.
• 1-3 years of hospital coding experience preferred.

Certifications/Licenses

• At least one certification from AHIMA or AAPC is required (i.e., CCA, CCS, CPC-H, RHIA, RHIT or equivalent)

EOE Statement Beaufort Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.