Outpatient Coder III

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an Outpatient Coder III responsible for accurately abstracting medical data and ensuring compliance with coding standards. This remote position offers a starting rate of $34.65 per hour. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of medical terminology and at least 2 years of coding experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of coding experience in a Trauma Level 1 facility.
• Strong understanding of anatomy and physiology required.
• Proficient in medical coding for various services.

Responsibilities

• Assign codes for reimbursements and comply with guidelines.
• Analyze medical records for documentation deficiencies.
• Communicate with physicians to clarify information.

Skills

Medical terminology understanding

Proficiency in coding

Typing speed and accuracy

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified from AHIMA or AAPC within 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Outpatient Coder III is responsible for accurately abstracting data following the Official International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10-Clinical Modification (CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Guidelines for Coding and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) directives across Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Performs data entry of required abstracted patient information into the electronic medical record system. Queries physicians when appropriate.

This is a remote position.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Outpatient Coder III at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Assigns codes for reimbursements, research and compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing guidelines and coding conventions.
• Accounts for coding and abstracting of patient encounters, including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and complications.
• Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies.
• Reviews and verifies documentation supports existing diagnoses, procedures and other charges.
• Identifies reportable elements, complications, and other quality measures.
• Communicates with physicians to clarify information via the physician query process
• Assign CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes.
• Knowledge of and ability to address National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) and National Coverage Determinations (NCD) / Local coverage determinations (LCD) edits.
• Maintains required productivity and quality requirements.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum of 2+ years of coding experience, Trauma Level 1 and Academic Teaching facility.
• Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms and anatomy.
• Proficiency in computer skills including typing speed and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Google Suite platforms.
• Proficient in coding Observation and Procedure Room such as Endoscopies and Cardiac Cath.
• Proficient in coding Emergency Department and Infusion based services such as Oncology.
• Proficient in coding Ancillary Accounts such as Diagnostic Radiology and Cardiology.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified in at least one of the following at hire or must obtain within 1 year of hire/transfer into position: American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Outpatient Coder III is responsible for accurately abstracting data following the Official International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10-Clinical Modification (CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Guidelines for Coding and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) directives across Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) network. Performs data entry of required abstracted patient information into the electronic medical record system. Queries physicians when appropriate.

This is a remote position.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Outpatient Coder III at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Assigns codes for reimbursements, research and compliance with regulatory requirements utilizing guidelines and coding conventions.
• Accounts for coding and abstracting of patient encounters, including diagnostic and procedural information, significant reportable elements, and complications.
• Analyzes medical records and identifies documentation deficiencies.
• Reviews and verifies documentation supports existing diagnoses, procedures and other charges.
• Identifies reportable elements, complications, and other quality measures.
• Communicates with physicians to clarify information via the physician query process
• Assign CPT, HCPCS and ICD-10-CM codes.
• Knowledge of and ability to address National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) and National Coverage Determinations (NCD) / Local coverage determinations (LCD) edits.
• Maintains required productivity and quality requirements.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Minimum of 2+ years of coding experience, Trauma Level 1 and Academic Teaching facility.
• Strong understanding of physiology, medical terms and anatomy.
• Proficiency in computer skills including typing speed and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Google Suite platforms.
• Proficient in coding Observation and Procedure Room such as Endoscopies and Cardiac Cath.
• Proficient in coding Emergency Department and Infusion based services such as Oncology.
• Proficient in coding Ancillary Accounts such as Diagnostic Radiology and Cardiology.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified in at least one of the following at hire or must obtain within 1 year of hire/transfer into position: American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) or American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC)

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

Starting Minimum Rate

Starting at $34.65 Hourly

Job Posting Disclosure

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

About the company

Hackensack Meridian Health is a leading not-for-profit health care organization that is the most comprehensive and truly integrated health care network in New Jersey, offering a complete range of medical services, innovative research and life-enhancing care. The health care network comprises 13 hospitals, including two academic medical centers, two children’s hospitals and nine community hospitals, physician practices, more than 120 ambulatory care centers, surgery centers, home health services, long-term care and assisted living communities, ambulance services, lifesaving air medical transportation, fitness and wellness centers, rehabilitation centers, and urgent care and after-hours centers.

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