Facility Coder Outpatient Complex

Banner Health; Hyde Park Township (IL); Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an experienced Outpatient Complex Coder to join their team. This fully remote position requires expertise in ICD-10CM and ICD-10-PCS coding for outpatient services. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of coding experience in an acute care setting and hold relevant certifications. Responsibilities include analyzing medical records, ensuring compliance with coding standards, and mentoring junior staff. Comprehensive training and support are provided, along with a flexible work schedule.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• At least two years of outpatient complex coding experience in an acute care setting.
• Active certification such as CCS, COC, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Analyze medical records and accurately code diagnoses and procedures.
• Maintain compliance with all coding regulations and standards.
• Potentially mentor less experienced staff.

Skills

ICD-10CM

ICD-10-PCS

CPT4

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate’s degree in a healthcare field

Job description

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Facility Coder Outpatient Complex

Apply remote type: Remote locations

• Remote Arizona
• Remote Hudson
• Remote Wisconsin
• Remote Wyoming

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition ID: R4396930

Department Details

Department Name: Revenue Cycle

Work Shift: Day

Estimated Pay Range: $25.54 - $38.30 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

We offer a rewarding career that fits your life with many career and lifestyle options, including remote work. If you’re eager to leverage your abilities, you belong at Banner Health.

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Outpatient | Acute Care | HIMS Complex Coder to join our talented Acute Care HIMS Coding Team. Candidates should have complex coding experience across all service lines including General, Orthopedic, Urology/Gynecology, Cardiac, Spinal, etc., with ICD-10CM and ICD-10-PCS experience.

Expected outpatient coding productivity is 1-2 charts per hour with at least 95% accuracy. We utilize various metrics to meet Banner standards, which are more stringent than many national standards. Meeting accounts receivable goals supports Banner’s financial objectives. Comprehensive training and ongoing support are provided.

Remote Work Eligibility

This is a fully remote position available in the following states: AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV, WA, WI, WY.

The hours are flexible, generally any 8-hour window between 7 am – 7 pm, Monday - Friday, with a focus on productivity.

A coding assessment will be administered post-interview, to be completed within 48 hours.

Position Summary

This role involves coding and abstracting outpatient complex surgical and observation services across Banner hospitals, including high-acuity facilities. Responsibilities include reviewing documentation, assigning appropriate codes using ICD CM/PCS and CPT4, and ensuring compliance with all regulations and guidelines.

Core Functions

1. Analyze medical records, accurately code diagnoses and procedures, and consult with providers as needed. Ensure timely, accurate coding according to standards.
2. Abstract relevant clinical information and manage account statuses for documentation completeness.
3. Maintain compliance with all coding regulations and standards, including those from CMS, OIG, HCFA, and Banner policies.
4. Potentially mentor less experienced staff and serve as a subject matter expert for complex coding issues.
5. Work independently within established rules, interpreting coding guidelines and resolving complex coding matters.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent with formal training in medical coding or an Associate’s degree in a healthcare field.
• Active certification such as CCS, COC, CPC, RHIT, RHIA, or equivalent from AHIMA or AAPC.
• At least two years of outpatient complex coding experience in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in ICD CM/PCS and CPT4 coding, demonstrated through certification.
• Ability to work effectively remotely using standard office and coding systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience in large, multi-system healthcare organizations.
• Additional relevant education or experience.

Anticipated closing date: 2025-09-09

EEO Statement

Banner Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer supporting a drug-free workplace.

Total Rewards

We offer a comprehensive benefits package. For details, please see our Benefits Guide.