Outpatient SDS Coding Specialist, Fully Remote, CCS or RHIT certified, FT, 08A-4:30P

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT; United States; Remote; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT seeks a qualified individual to code outpatient surgery and observation records. This role requires compliance with coding regulations and mandates a CCS certification or similar. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in same day surgery coding, with a strong understanding of relevant payment systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in SDS coding.
• Required Coding Certificate, preferred CCS certification.
• Knowledge of OPPS, APCs, ASC payment system.

Responsibilities

• Accurately code outpatient surgery and observation records.
• Ensure compliance with coding regulations.
• Abstract data elements from medical records.

Skills

Knowledge of encoder system

Ability to communicate effectively

Competency in Word and Excel

Education

High School, Cert, GED, Trn, Exper.

Job description

Description:

Accurately code Outpatient Surgery and Observation records for the classification of all diseases, injuries, procedures, and operations using the ICD10CM and CPT4 coding system for BHSF facilities. Ensures compliance with coding rules and regulations according to Regulatory Agencies (CMS, OIG). Works as a team to meet departmental goals and AR goals. Abstracts prescribed data elements from medical records. Estimated pay range for this position is $26.50 - $34.45 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications:

Degrees:

• High School, Cert, GED, Trn, Exper.

Licenses & Certifications:

• AHIMA Certified Coding Specialist - CCS or RHIT

Additional Qualifications:

• Required Coding Certificate, preferred Certified Coding Specialist, CCS.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in SDS - same day surgery coding
• Knowledge of encoder system, outpatient prospective payment system (OPPS), APCs, and Ambulatory Surgical Center payment system (ASC).
• Knowledge and thorough understanding of National and Local Coverage Determination, NCD and LCD, Policies.
• Competency in Word and Excel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management staff, and physicians.
• Required CCS certification within 2 years of employment, if not CCS certified for all entities except for Boca.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.