Outpatient Coder | Health Information Record Management | Full Time | Day Shift

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Coder ED/OP to ensure accurate coding of outpatient records. In this remote role, you will utilize ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 classification systems to ensure proper charge entry and coding accuracy. Your expertise in medical terminology and anatomy will be crucial as you manage patient information for billing purposes. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with occasional travel to the facility, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to balance work and personal commitments while contributing to the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Post high school training and AHIMA or AAPC credentials required.
• 6 months experience in outpatient coding is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper coding of outpatient records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4.
• Input coding and patient information for billing and abstracting.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Understanding of human anatomy and physiology

Acute care hospital outpatient coding

English language proficiency

Education

Post High School Special Training Licensure/Certification/Registration

AHIMA or AAPC credentials (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H)

Job description

Overview

The Coder ED/OP is responsible for assuring proper coding of outpatient records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 classification systems as well as charge entry for appropriate coded records. Inputs coding and patient information in the appropriate computer system(s) for billing and abstracting purposes and identifies and corrects information discrepancies.

This is a remote position; however, occasional traveling to the facility will be required.

Qualifications

Education:

1. Post High School Special Training Licensure/Certification/Registration
2. Credentials or equivalent through AHIMA or AAPC (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CPC, or CPC-H required)

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:

1. Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy and physiology required.
2. Minimum 6 months previous experience with acute care hospital outpatient coding required.
3. Must be able to read, write, and understand English.