Outpatient Coding Specialist (Remote, resides within Ohio)

University Hospitals Pain Management; Shaker Heights (OH); Remote; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Coder to join their team. This role involves accurately coding outpatient and professional medical records, ensuring compliance with established coding standards and regulations. You will review various patient encounters, assign diagnostic and procedural codes, and maintain high productivity and quality standards. The position offers an opportunity to enhance your coding knowledge through ongoing education and resources while adhering to ethical coding practices. If you are passionate about healthcare and coding, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of coding standards and regulations.
• Ability to maintain productivity and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Review patient encounters and assign appropriate diagnostic and procedural codes.
• Ensure adherence to ethical coding standards and guidelines.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT coding

Medical record coding

Knowledge of CMS regulations

Confidentiality and security of PHI

Education

Certification in Medical Coding

Associate's degree in Health Information Management

Job description

Description

This role is responsible for accurately and promptly coding outpatient and professional medical records in accordance with established coding standards, CMS regulations, and hospital guidelines. The coder reviews various outpatient encounters and assigns diagnostic and procedural codes following relevant guidelines and regulations, including facility-specific and federal requirements.

What You Will Do

• Review patient encounters and assign appropriate ICD-10-CM diagnostic codes and CPT procedural codes based on established guidelines.
• Code outpatient ROP, ED, or professional physician services accurately.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards.
• Ensure optimal assessment using CPT/ASC/APC/APG classifications.
• Work within UH billing timeframes.
• Update coding knowledge through resources, clinical information, and webinars. Stay informed on guidelines and regulations affecting the department. Maintain current credentials.
• Adhere to the Standards of Ethical Coding by AHIMA.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in educational activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all policies and standards.
• Refer to departmental documentation during orientation for specific duties.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of Protected Health Information (PHI), adhering to training, UH Code of Conduct, and policies.