Medical Records Coder III Outpatient (PRN/REMOTE in FL)

BayCare Health System; United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Medical Records Outpatient Coder III for a PRN/REMOTE role in Florida. The position requires CCS certification, 5 years of outpatient facility coding experience, and Florida residency due to remote work location.

The role involves coding using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4, mentoring junior coders, and collaborating with multiple departments to ensure documentation and billing accuracy. Strong CPT coding skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) certification required.
• RHIT (Health Information) preferred.
• 5 years of outpatient facility coding experience.

Responsibilities

• Review short stay encounters to assign ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes.
• Coordinate with departments to obtain missing documentation and review bill hold reports.
• Mentor and train Coder I/II and clinical students from various colleges.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong CPT coding

Medical terminology

Education

High school or equivalent

Associate degree in Health Information Management

Job description

BayCare is currently in search of our newest Team Member who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. We are looking for an individual seeking a career opportunity with one of the largest employers within the Tampa Bay area.

Position Details:

• Location: Remote (must reside in the state of Florida for the PRN opportunity)

• Status: PRN (as needed, non-benefit eligible)

• Shift: Flexible

• Days: Tuesday - Saturday OR Sunday - Thursday

The Medical Records Outpatient Coder III will work remotely on a PRN (non-benefit eligible) basis.

Responsibilities:

• The Medical Records Outpatient Coder III reviews short stay focused encounters to accurately assign diagnosis and procedural codes-using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems.

• Works in conjunction with various departments for missing documentation and monitors bill hold reports.

• Strong utilization of medical terminology and anatomy.

• Assists Manager/Director with mentoring/training of Coder I and Coder II team members and clinical practice students from various colleges.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Coding Experience:

• Emergency room (ED)

• Same day surgery (ambulatory)

• Observation cases

Why BayCare?

Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that is built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today. That is why you will thrive in our forward-thinking culture, where we combine the best technology with compassionate service. We blend high-tech with high touch in ways that are advancing superior healthcare throughout the communities we serve.

Certifications and Licensures:

• Required: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

• Preferred: RHIT (Health Information)

Education:

• Required: high school or equivalent

• Preferred: associate degree in Health Information Management

Experience:

• Required 5 years of Outpatient Facility Coding

• Strong CPT coding

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Position Medical Records Coder III Outpatient (PRN/REMOTE in FL)

Location Florida | Business and Administrative | PRN

Req ID 163969