Inpatient Hospital Coder, Hospital Coding, Fuill-Time, Days, BaptistJacksonville

Baptist Health System, Inc.; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health System, Inc. is hiring a Full-time Inpatient Hospital Coder to join the Appeals & Denials Department. The coder will assign ICD-10-CM/PCS codes for inpatient accounts to optimize claims processing in line with state and federal requirements.

The role requires 3–5 years of acute care coding experience, CPT-4 coding for Observation when needed, and proficiency with an encoder and EHR systems. Remote work is allowed in approved states, and collaboration with CDI/HIM is essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an acute care setting.
• 3–5 years coding knowledge in inpatient environments.
• Proficient with ICD-10-CM/PCS coding and EHR tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assign diagnosis/procedure codes using ICD-10-CM/PCS for inpatient accounts.
• Apply CPT-4 codes for Observation accounts when applicable.
• Verify and submit abstracted information to billing for claim submission.
• Maintain Coding A/R goals with accurate coding for discharged accounts.
• Collaborate with Management, CDI and HIM for documentation and auditing.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

Acute care coding experience

Strong communication

EHR proficiency

Education

RHIT

RHIA

CCS

Tools

Computerized encoder

EHR system

Job description

About Baptist Health Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as "most preferred" for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.

Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville is currently hiring for a Full-time Inpatient Hospital Coder to join our Appeals & Denials Department at Baptist Metro Square!

The Inpatient Hospital Coder Responsibilities include:

• This role is responsible for correctly identifying and assigning diagnosis and procedure codes using the ICD-10-CM/PCS Classification System to each patient's account for optimization in accordance with State and Federal requirements on Inpatient accounts.
• Be knowledgeable of CPT coding classification, edit resolution and assigning CPT -4 codes on Observation accounts when applicable.
• Verifies and submits abstracted information to the billing system for claim submission.
• Must efficiently complete this activity for 100% of discharged accounts daily to maintain the Coding A/R goals set forth.
• Works ACHA, DNFB and Post Bill Error reports, such as A/B rebills, Claim Edits and Denials when applicable.
• Advises and coordinates with Management, CDI and HIM on coding documentation.
• Provides support to Coders, CDI and other staff via mentorship, and possess auditing and training skills.
• Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be focused and detailed oriented and have effective time management skills.
• Proficient in basic computer skills and able to utilize a computerized encoder and EHR.

Education and Certification Requirements:

• High School Diploma Required
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AHIMA or
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA or
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA Required

Experience Requirements:

• 3-5 Years Experience in an Acute Care Setting Required
• 3-5 Years Coding Knowledge Required
• 3-5 Years Experience working in an Acute Care setting Required

This is a remote opportunity, candidate must work in the following remote approved states: AL, FL, GA, ID, IN, KY, LA, MS, NC, OH, OK, OR, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WV, WY

Primary Location:

Metro Square

3563 Philips Hwy

Jacksonville, FL 32207

United States of America