Medical Coder II - ProFee Surgery

Lee Health; Florida; On-site; USD 28,240 - 38,366; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is looking for a Medical Coder to work remotely from Florida. The candidate will be responsible for abstracting data from medical records into system software and coding diagnoses and procedures according to standardized guidelines. A minimum of one year of relevant coding experience is required, along with certifications in medical coding preferred. This position may occasionally require on-site work at a designated location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of outpatient multidisciplinary coding experience required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding guidelines essential.
• Certifications such as CPC, COC, or CCS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Abstract data from medical records into Epic and 3M 360.
• Code diagnoses and procedures for medical records according to guidelines.
• Responsible for coding surgical records and evaluation encounters.

Skills

Outpatient coding

ICD-10 coding

CPT coding

Documentation Quality Assurance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $20.50 - $27.85/ hour

This is a remote position. Incumbents, who reside in Florida only, may work remotely. There may be occasional situations that require work to be performed on-site at an assigned Lee Health location.

Summary

Abstracts data from medical records into Epic and 3M 360 to provide a detailed case summary of medical, demographic, and statistical information. Identifies and codes diagnoses and procedures for medical records according to ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 guidelines, including department modifications. Identifies primary diagnosis and procedure as well as pertinent secondary diagnoses and procedures. Follows procedures mandated by government and other payers for completion of coded data including APC assignments.

Professional Fee Specific: Responsible for coding Surgical Records, Evaluation & Management Encounters, ED (with E&M) and as needed Diagnostic, HCC, Retrospective Coding, Documentation Quality Assurance, and Ancillary records.

Requirements

• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Experience Requirements: 1 Year of Outpatient (Acute Care Hospital or Physician) Multidisciplinary Coding and/or Provider E&M Level of Service Coding (Professional Fee Only) Required.
• Certifications/Registration Requirements: CPC (Certified Professional Coder) Preferred or COC (Certified Outpatient Coding) Preferred or CPC-P (Certified Professional Coder-Payer) Preferred or CCS (Certified Coding Specialist) Preferred

Additional Requirements

CRC (Certified Risk Adjustment Coder) required -or- CIC (Certified Inpatient Coder) required -or- RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician) required -or- RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator) required. Minimum of one coding certification (listed above). Other specialty certifications from AAPC or AHIMA will be considered.