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

Baptist Health System, Inc.; El Paso (TX); Remote; USD 65,000 - 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 role includes assigning diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes for inpatient accounts, interfacing with the billing system for claim submission, and supporting coders and CDI staff through audits and training. The candidate should have 3–5 years of acute care coding experience and AHIMA credentials (RHIT, RHIA, or CCS), with strong attention to detail and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in an acute care setting required.
• RHIT or RHIA or CCS certification required.
• Proficient with ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding and hospital billing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assign ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT-4 codes for inpatient accounts.
• Submit abstracted information to the billing system for claim submission.
• Collaborate with Management, CDI and HIM; mentor coders and staff; audit and training duties.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Decisive judgement

Independent / self-motivated

Education

RHIT (AHIMA)

RHIA (AHIMA)

CCS (AHIMA)

Tools

Encoder

EHR

Job description

About Baptist HealthRecognized 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 RequiredRegistered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AHIMA orRegistered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA orCertified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA Required

Experience Requirements:3-5 Years Experience in an Acute Care Setting Required3- 5 Years Coding Knowledge Required3-5 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 Square3563 Philips HwyJacksonville, FL 32207United States of America