Hospital Outpatient Coder II - FT - Day - HIM Facility Coding Remote

Capital Health; Northern (KY); A distancia; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Time-Off

Descripción de la vacante

Capital Health is seeking a Hospital Outpatient Coder 2 to accurately assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and modifiers for outpatient encounters including ERs, same day medicals, and same day surgical records.

The role requires CPC or COC preferred, knowledge of ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS, encoder and EMR experience, and the ability to work remotely from New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Alabama.

Formación

• Requires CPC or COC certification preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS guidelines.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented and accurate.

Responsabilidades

• Codes outpatient services including ER, outpatient in a bed, same day medicals, and same day surgical encounters.
• Ensures quality and productivity benchmarks; supports DNFB management.
• Collaborates with CDI, billing, and revenue integrity teams to improve documentation and reimbursement.
• Requests missing documentation from providers to reduce DNFB.
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of outpatient coding changes and policies.

Conocimientos

CPC/COC certification

Medical terminology

ICD-10-CM/CPT/HCPCS knowledge

Remote work proficiency

Communication skills

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

Encoder

EMR system

Descripción del empleo

**Position Overview****Please note: While remote, we are only considering candidates in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Alabama at this time.** Hospital Outpatient Coder 2 is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes, CPT/HCPCS procedure codes, and applicable modifiers for outpatient hospital encounter types including but not limited to Emergency Room (ERs), Outpatient in a bed, Same day medicals (SMs) and Same day surgical (SDSs) records in accordance with official coding guidelines, payer policies, and facility-specific requirements. Sends queries to physicians or hospital staff, as needed, to ensure proper documentation for the appropriate assignment of codes. This role ensures complete, compliant, and timely coding to support quality reporting, accurate reimbursement, and organizational integrity. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience: Certified Physician coder (CPC) or Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) preferred.Other Credentials:Knowledge and Skills: Possesses excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Has vigilance and keen attention to detail. Possesses proper phone and email etiquette for frequent hospital and private provider exchanges. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with ability to meet productivity and quality standards.Special Training: Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. Understanding of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS. Knowledge and experience using an encoder, and EMR required.Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Ability to work independently in a remote environment. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to interact effectively with other staff members to complete certain aspects of job.Usual Work Day: 8 HoursReporting RelationshipsDoes this position formally supervise employees? NoIf set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSCodes medical record documentation for outpatient services including but not limited to Emergency Room (ERs), Outpatient in a bed, Same day medicals (SMs) and Same day surgical (SDSs).Meets or exceeds established quality and productivity benchmarks. Assists in management of the DNFB to ensure minimal number of uncoded daysCollaborates with Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI), billing, and revenue integrity teams to improve documentation, and optimize reimbursement. Identifies documentation gaps and escalates when clarification is needed.Contacts providers or other staff to obtain missing documentation timely to reduce DNFB accounts.Abstracts data with a high accuracy rate in accordance with established policy.Participates in creating a collaborative environment to promote excellence in coding and outcomes. Adapts to changing department demands to maintain high level of performance.Ensures compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines. Maintains coding credentials and up-to-date knowledge of outpatient coding changes.Performs other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTFrequent physical demands include:Occasional physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching overhead , Talk or HearContinuous physical demands include: Sitting , Reaching forward , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motionLifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate HearingAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: N/A**This position is eligible for the following benefits:*** Medical Plan* Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy* Dental Plan* Vision Plan* Flexible Spending Account (FSA)- Healthcare FSA- Dependent Care FSA* Retirement Savings and Investment Plan* Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance* Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance* Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)* Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)* Employee Assistance Program* Commuter Transit* Commuter Parking* Supplemental Life Insurance- Voluntary Life Spouse- Voluntary Life Employee- Voluntary Life Child* Voluntary Legal Services* Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance* Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance* Voluntary Pet Insurance* Paid Time-Off ProgramThe pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.