Medical Coder Certified

Ascension; Tulsa (OK); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 80.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan options

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Ascension in Tulsa, OK seeks a skilled medical coder to abstract information from patient records and assign ICD/CPT/HCPCS codes, generating APC/DRG classifications. You will maintain coding policy compliance and support chart audits.

The role requires credentials such as CCS or CPC and a HS diploma or equivalent, with strong attention to detail and willingness to query physicians when documentation is unclear.

Formación

• AHIMA CCS or similar certification preferred.
• CPC or other recognized coding credential preferred.
• Education: HS diploma or equivalent or eligible for certification.
• Experience with ICD/CPT/HCPCS coding and chart audits advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Abstracts information from patient records for coding.
• Assigns ICD/CPT/HCPCS codes and creates APC/DRG assignments.
• Performs complex coding and ensures productivity/quality targets.
• Queries physicians when documentation is unclear or inadequate.
• Maintains compliance with coding guidelines and reimbursement requirements.
• Conducts chart audits and provides education as appropriate.

Conocimientos

Coding knowledge

Query physicians

Educación

AHIMA CCS credential

AAPC CPC credential

Reg Health Info Admin credential

Reg Health Info Tech credential

High School diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

• Abstracts pertinent information from patient records. Assigns 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.
• Performs complex coding.
• Obtains acceptable productivity/quality rates as defined per coding policy.
• Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
• Maintains knowledge of, complies with and keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.
• Conducts chart audits for physician documentation requirements & internal coding; provides associate/physician & education as appropriate.
• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Tulsa, OK
• Facility: AMG South Harvard
• Department: Revenue Cycle Patient Acct
• Schedule: Full-time | Day shift

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Abstracts pertinent information from patient records. Assigns 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.
• Performs complex coding.
• Obtains acceptable productivity/quality rates as defined per coding policy.
• Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous, or unclear for coding purposes.
• Maintains knowledge of, complies with and keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements.
• Conducts chart audits for physician documentation requirements & internal coding; provides associate/physician & education as appropriate.
• Abides by the Standards of Ethical Coding as set forth by the American Health Information Management Association and adheres to official coding guidelines.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) credentialed from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Coder obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Reg Health Info Admnstr credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Reg Health Info Tech credentialed from the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

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.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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