Medical Coder 1

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a medical coder to code diagnoses and procedures in patient records, abstract information for reimbursement and statistics, and support providers, staff, and leadership.

The role requires strong English communication and an Associate’s degree (preferred). Prior experience in physician outpatient coding is desirable, with knowledge of medical terminology and CPT/HCPCS helpful. This position is onsite in Memphis, TN.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred in related field.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures from patient records.
• Abstracts information for reimbursement, statistics, and reporting purposes.
• Serves as a resource to physicians, office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc.
• Completes all requirements for assigned goals.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Codes diagnoses and procedures of patient records. Abstracts information for resimbursement, reseach, and to generate statstical data. Perform daily feedback and education to providers , staff and patients of BMG.

Job Responsibilities

• Codes diagnoses and procedures of records.
• Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement, statistical purposes for the daily operations, medical staff , and regulatory agencies.
• Serves as a resource to physicians, physician office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc.
• Completes all requirements for assigned goals.

Minimum Required Education

Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Associates Degree Preferred

Preferred/Desired Education

Associates Degree

Preferred/Desired Experience

Up to one year prior experience in physician/professional outpatient surgery, and/or emergency department coding.

Minimum Required Training

Knowledge of medical terminology beneficial. ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS

Minimum Required Special Skills

Basic skills in verbal and written communication.

Minimum Required Licensure

Certification in one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialst Physician (CCSP), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA, Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/CPCH, Certified Professional Coder Payer).