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

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT is seeking a Medical Coder to accurately code outpatient surgery and observation records using ICD10CM and CPT4, ensuring compliance with coding regulations. Candidates should possess coding certifications and a minimum of three years in same-day surgery coding, with strong communication and technical skills. This position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $26.50 to $34.45 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in SDS coding.
• Knowledge of OPPS, APCs, and ASC payment system.
• Required CCS certification within 2 years if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Accurately code Outpatient Surgery and Observation records.
• Ensure compliance with coding rules and regulations.
• Abstract prescribed data elements from medical records.

Skills

Knowledge of encoder system

Communication

Competency in Word

Competency in 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. Abstract prescribed data elements from the medical records. Estimated pay range for this position is $26.50 - $34.45 / 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.