Lead Medical Coder – Inpatient & Outpatient Expert

100 LCMC Health; Louisiana; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

A leading health organization in Louisiana seeks a Coder Lead to manage coding for all patient types, train new staff, and ensure adherence to coding standards. The role requires extensive knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding, with at least 5 years of coding experience and relevant certifications. Join our mission to provide exemplary healthcare and contribute to a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of current complex outpatient and inpatient coding experience.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) or Certified Professional Coder (CPC).
• Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT/HCPCS coding.

Responsibilities

• Code all patient types, including inpatient and outpatient records.
• Mentor and train new coding staff.
• Communicate with clinical staff regarding documentation issues.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in health information management or related field

Tools

Encoder software

Computer-Assisted Coding (CAC)

Job description

A leading health organization in Louisiana seeks a Coder Lead to manage coding for all patient types, train new staff, and ensure adherence to coding standards. The role requires extensive knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding, with at least 5 years of coding experience and relevant certifications. Join our mission to provide exemplary healthcare and contribute to a dynamic team environment.