Outpatient Coder I — ICD-10/CPT Expert

Hackensack Meridian Health; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Outpatient Coder I to accurately abstract data following ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS guidelines across the HMN network. This role involves data entry into the EMR and collaborating with physicians for clarification.

The position emphasizes coding accuracy, timely productivity, and adherence to CMS directives, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits at Hackensack Meridian Health.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of coding for professional services.
• Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms and anatomy.
• Typing speed and accuracy required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes to professional services for reimbursement.
• Abstract patient encounters per ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS.
• Query physicians when documentation is missing.
• Review records for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain productivity and quality metrics.

Skills

Physiology knowledge

Typing speed

Communication skills

MS Office

Google Suite

Education

High School diploma / GED

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Outpatient Coder I to accurately abstract data following ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS guidelines across the HMN network. This role involves data entry into the EMR and collaborating with physicians for clarification.

The position emphasizes coding accuracy, timely productivity, and adherence to CMS directives, with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits at Hackensack Meridian Health.