Medical Records ED Coder III - REMOTE IN FL

BayCare; Tampa (FL); Remote; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare is seeking a Medical Records ED Coder III for a remote-in-Florida role. You will perform advanced outpatient coding with ICD-10-CM and CPT-4, mentor junior coders, and collaborate across departments to resolve documentation gaps.

Strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy is essential to ensure record accuracy. The role supports BayCare Health System with a focus on accuracy and education, with full-time hours and remote work from Florida.

Qualifications

• 5 years of outpatient coding experience.
• CCS certification required; RHIT preferred or applicable credentials.
• HS or GED required; associates degree in HIM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review short-stay encounters and assign ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 codes.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve documentation gaps and monitor bill holds.
• Mentor and train Coder 1 and 2 staff and clinical practice students.
• Maintain accuracy and integrity of the medical record.

Skills

Outpatient coding

Medical terminology

Documentation accuracy

Mentoring

Education

HS or GED

Associates in Health Information Management

RHIT

CCS

Job description

Medical Records ED Coder III - Remote In Fl - 149015At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. 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's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Summary

Performs advanced coding functions by reviewing short-stay focused encounters and assigning accurate diagnosis and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems. Collaborates with departments to resolve documentation gaps and monitors bill hold reports. Demonstrates strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. Assists the Manager/Director in mentoring and training Coder 1 and 2 team members and clinical practice students. Contributes to the accuracy and integrity of the medical record.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Experience: 5 Years of Outpatient Coding. Education: Essential: * HS Graduate or Equivalent GED Nonessential: * Associates Degree Education specialization: Nonessential: Health Information Mgmt Education equivalent experience: Essential: * Required - High School or Equivalent; Preferred - Associates - Health Information Management Nonessential: * Required - High School or Equivalent; Preferred - Associates - Health Information Management Credentials: Essential: * Certified Coding Specialist Nonessential: * Reg Health Information Tech Credential equivalent experience: Essential: * Required - CCS (Coding); Preferred - RHIT (Health Information) Nonessential: * Required - CCS (Coding); Preferred - RHIT (Health Information)

Other information

Facility: BayCare Health System, Health Info Management Coding-HSS Location: BayCare System Office West Status: Full Time, Exempt: No Shift Hours: 7:00AM - 3:30PM Shift: Shift 1 Shift 1 = Days, 2 = Evenings, 3 = Nights, 4 = Varies Weekend Work: Occasional On Call: No How often will this team member be working remotely? Always Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled