Hospice Medical Coder

Your Health Inc; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

401K match

HDHP insurance

HSA match

Generous PTO

Career development

Job summary

Your Health Inc in Columbia, SC is seeking a Hospice Medical Coder to ensure accurate coding and billing in compliance with CMS/HIPAA guidelines. This full-time, salary-based role follows a standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule, Monday through Friday, with work from the local office.

A national coding certification (CPC, RHIT, CCA, CSC, or CMC) and at least one year of healthcare coding experience are required.

Qualifications

• National coding certification required; CPC, RHIT, CCA, CSC, or CMC preferred.
• Minimum of one year of coding experience in a healthcare setting.
• Proficiency with CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10 coding systems.
• Experience with billing software and electronic health records; Athena preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes to medical procedures and services.
• Ensure documentation supports code assignments and billing purposes.
• Maintain awareness of CPT/HCPCS/ICD-10 updates and coding guidelines.
• Collaborate with care teams and facilities to ensure compliant coding and billing.
• Perform general administrative tasks and support staff as needed.

Skills

CPC RHIT CCA CMC certification

CPT coding

HCPCS coding

ICD-10 coding

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management

Tools

Athena

Job description

Hospice Medical Coder

We are seeking a certified Billing and Coder to fill our Hospice Medical Coder role. The primary responsibility of the Coder is to ensure accurate coding and billing practices in compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines. This position will be working in the local office nearest you daily. This is a full-time, salary-based 8-hr position (8:00AM-5:00PM) (Monday-Friday). We are a leading physician group serving South Carolina and Georgia, dedicated to delivering quality healthcare directly to patients in care facilities, homes, clinics, and virtual visits. Our services include comprehensive primary care, specialty services, and pharmacy support, tailored to meet diverse patient needs. Committed to excellence and innovation, our team collaborates closely with facilities and families to ensure accessible, coordinated, and compassionate care. Providing high quality care for our patients is the center of what we do, and we provide the same care for our employees.

Benefits

Here are some of the benefits that are available to our employees.

• Competitive Compensation Package with Bonus Opportunities
• Employer Matched 401K
• Free Visit & Prescriptive Services with HDHP Insurance Plan
• Employer Matched HSA
• Generous PTO Package
• Career Development & Growth Opportunities

Your Health is currently looking for a Medical Coder to join our growing Primary Care family.

A successful Coder will be able to perform these essential duties and responsibilities. Reasonable accommodations may be made, in accordance with applicable law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Areas of Responsibility

• Accurately assign CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 codes to medical procedures, diagnoses, and services provided in primary care settings.
• Ensure proper documentation to support code assignments and billing purposes.
• Continue current certification CEUs per certification accreditation.
• Adhere to updated Coding department processes for specific clinical services/payors that meet requirements of CMS, HIPAA, and the OIG.
• Stay updated with all CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10.
• Ensure staff efficiency goals are being met within your set target range.
• Stay informed about changes in coding practices and regulations and disseminate relevant information to the team.
• Provide support to the team by performing general administrative tasks, utilizing software systems effectively, and assisting other staff members as needed to enhance patient care and staff efficiency.
• Foster effective communication between the care team to facilitate coordinated team-based care.
• Maintain strong communication via communication platforms (i.e. AthenaText, Microsoft Teams, etc).
• Participate in coaching calls.
• Must be available during normal work hours (unless previously approved by direct supervisor).
• Additional hours may be required to complete normal business functions and/or projects.
• Perform other duties as requested or required, at the sole discretion of the Company.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferred.
• A national coding certification required; preferably a CPC, RHIT, CCA, CSC, or CMC certification.
• Minimum of one (1) year of coding experience in a healthcare setting, preferably in primary care or related specialties.
• Proficiency in CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 coding systems.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Experience with billing software systems, and electronic health records; preferably Athena.
• Experience with billing in all place of services; must be willing to learn.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive patient information.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving coding guidelines and regulations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel between offices, facilities, etc.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working condition.