Medical Coder

Jobrapido; Albany (GA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobrapido in the United States is seeking an Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS certified) for a fully remote role. You will code inpatient and outpatient accounts using ICD-10-CM/PCS, CPT, HCPCS, and related references to ensure accurate coding.

The ideal candidate has at least five years IP PCS coding experience and CCS certification, with proficiency in Cerner, PowerChart, 3M, and EPIC. Start date is immediate; a coding assessment test is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years IP PCS coding experience.
• CCS certificate required.
• Remote 100% with regular day shift.
• W2 full-time employment.

Responsibilities

• Examine records to assign principal & secondary diagnoses and procedures.
• Sequence diagnoses and procedures to maintain high accuracy.
• Aim for optimal DRG assignments with system assistance.
• Maintain steady productivity and coding quality.
• Obtain additional information when needed for accurate coding.

Skills

IP PCS coding

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

CCS certificate

Tools

Cerner

PowerChart

3M

EPIC

Job description

Inpatient Medical Coder (CCS certified)

Assignment Details:

• 100% REMOTE
• Position Type: W2 Regular Employment
• At least 5 years of IP PCS Coding experience, required
• At least 3 years OP, preferred
• CCS certificate is required.
• Schedule: Weekdays, full-time hours
• Shift: Regular day shift hours
• System Experience: Cerner | Power Chart | 3M | EPIC
• Start Date: Immediately
• To be considered, IP and/or OP assessment test will be required to complete and pass a coding assessment test.

Summary :

IP/OP Coding Specialist demonstrates proficiency in coding all types of inpatient and outpatient accounts. Utilizes International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM and PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and other coding references to ensure accurate coding.

Responsibilities:

1. 1. Examines the complete medical record to accurately determine the principal & secondary diagnoses, procedures, and complications.
2. 2. Accurately sequences diagnoses & procedures, maintains 95% accuracy.
3. 3. Strives to obtain the optimal DRG assignments on each record coded with assistance of computer system.
4. 4. Demonstrates a consistent level of performance; strives to maintain a steady level of productivity and quality.
5. 5. Appropriately holds accounts when more information is required for accurate code/DRG assignment. Contact appropriate staff, leadership, or medical staff as needed.
6. 6. Regularly reviews coding literature, keeps current on new or revised coding guidelines, shares information with colleagues, determined by colleagues’ feedback and supervisor observation.
7. 7. Completes all assignments as directed by management in a conscientious and reliable manner.
8. 8. Expresses interest in and pursues continuing education.
9. 9. Works as a team member to meet department and client specific goals.
10. 10. Performs all related duties or special projects as assigned/required.

This description is not intended to contain an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities that the coder may be required to complete. There may be other duties as assigned.