Outpatient Professional Coder/Full Time/Remote

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented coding specialist to review and analyze patient medical records for accurate billing and reimbursement. This role is crucial in maintaining data integrity and supporting medical research and patient care evaluation. Candidates should possess a strong foundation in medical terminology and anatomy, along with relevant certifications. Join a dedicated team where your contributions will enhance patient care and ensure compliance with industry standards. If you are passionate about healthcare and coding, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology required.
• Prior coding experience preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Review and code diagnostic information from medical records for billing.
• Ensure compliance with coding guidelines and reimbursement policies.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Anatomy Knowledge

Coding Systems

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Some college in Accounting or Healthcare

Job description

Using established coding principles and procedures, reviews, analyzes and codes diagnostic and/or procedural information from the patients medical record for reimbursement/billing purposes. Accurately abstracts information from the medical record for compilation of a patient database, which supports medical research projects, patient care evaluation and administrative decision making related to patient care. The coding function is considered a primary source for data and information used in health care today, and promotes provider/patient continuity, accurate database information, and the ability to optimize reimbursement. The coding function also ensures compliance with established coding guidelines, third party reimbursement policies, regulations and accreditation guidelines.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Some college or additional coursework in Accounting, Business, Healthcare Administration or Medical Record Sciences preferred.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, disease processes, medical terminology, pharmacology, and coding systems. Six (6) months prior coding experience preferred, but not required.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), RHIT Certification eligibility, or CPC, CPC-A, CCS, CCP or CCA certification required.

Additional Information

• Organization: Corporate Services
• Department: Emergency Svcs Coding
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable