Medical Coder

Ascension Healthcare; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization that has been a cornerstone of the community since 1902. This role offers the opportunity to apply your coding expertise in a supportive environment that values accuracy and teamwork. You'll be responsible for coding patient records, ensuring compliance with guidelines, and contributing to the overall quality of healthcare delivery. With a commitment to community engagement and personal development, this position not only enhances your career but also allows you to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Embrace a rewarding career path with competitive benefits and a culture of support.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Engagement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of professional coding in clinic and facility settings preferred.
• Knowledge of surgical coding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply diagnostic and procedural codes to patient health records.
• Conduct chart audits and provide education on coding guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with coding standards and reimbursement requirements.

Skills

Professional Coding

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Certified Professional Coder (CPC)

Job description

**Details**

+ Department: Rev Cycle Mgmt

+ Schedule: Full-time

+ Hospital: Seton Family of Hospitals

+ Location: Remote

**Benefits**

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

• Apply the appropriate diagnostic and procedural code to patient health records for purposes of document retrieval, analysis, and claim processing.
• Abstract pertinent information from patient records. Assign the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification (ICD), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) or Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes, creating Ambulatory Patient Classification (APC) or Diagnosis-Related Group (DRG) assignments.
• Obtain acceptable productivity/quality rates as defined per coding policy.
• Query physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.
• Conduct chart audits for physician documentation requirements & internal coding; provide education as appropriate.
• Abide by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adhere to official coding guidelines.
• Keep abreast of and comply with coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) preferred.
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Additional Preferences**

• 3 years of professional coding in clinic and facility settings
• Surgical coding knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• CPC Certified
• Team Oriented

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Seton, based in Austin, Texas, has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1902. Ascension Seton operates more than 100 clinical locations in Central Texas and four teaching hospitals, including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and Dell Children's Medical Center. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer, and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of others.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable laws.

For more information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.

As a military-friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to support military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and perspectives to their civilian careers with Ascension.

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Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied through our official application process. Be alert to fraudulent job offers. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

**This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.**