Outpatient Medical Coder 2

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking an Outpatient Medical Coder 2 to handle coding for medical records post patient visits. The role requires a high school diploma and relevant certifications, with responsibilities focused on accurate coding for clinical documentation to support reimbursement and data management. Candidates should possess attention to detail and prior coding experience.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience required.
• Experience in medical coding preferred.
• Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Technician or certified coder.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coding of medical records after patient visits.
• Select appropriate diagnoses and procedures for coding.
• Ensure accuracy in coding for hospital reimbursement.

Skills

Medical coding

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certification in Health Information Management

Job description

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Job Title

Outpatient Medical Coder 2

Department

Health System Shared Services | Revenue Management

This area codes outpatient medical records to facilitate the reimbursement and data collection for the individual business units of the OSU Wexner Medical Center and The James Cancer Hospital. ICD-10-CM codes are assigned for the diagnoses of all outpatients treated within the OSU Health System. ICD-10-CM diagnoses and CPT-4 procedure codes are applied to all outpatients treated within the OSU Health System that are not captured through the charge description master. Medical record abstract data is reviewed for accuracy in EPIC/IHIS before completing the chart. This position is responsible for coding some or all the following types of records: emergency room, outpatient surgery, outpatient clinic, observation, and other ancillary areas.

Position Summary

The position is primarily responsible for coding of medical records and other documents at the conclusion of the patient’s visit. This requires the selection of appropriate admitting diagnosis, first listed and secondary diagnoses, and sequencing diagnoses and procedures. Codes flow from the Encoder Software to EPIC/IHIS Resolute Billing system. This staff member is responsible for complete and accurate coding for hospital reimbursement, research, and planning, in accordance with productivity and quality standards set for the department, and maintaining an approved work schedule.

Minimum Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED. Certification or vocational training may be preferred. Credentialed as a Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator, Certified Coding Specialist by the American Health Information Management Association, or Certified Outpatient Coder by AAPC if managing hospital coding; ROCC if only coding Radiation Oncology; RHIA, CCS, COC or CPC by AAPC if managing professional coding. 1 year of relevant experience required. 2-4 years of relevant experience preferred.

Additional Information

Location:

Remote Location

Position Type

Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift

First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Higher Education

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