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

Todd & Weld, LLP; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a skilled coder for outpatient surgery and observation records. This role requires experience and certification in medical coding, along with effective communication skills to work within a team. Join us to contribute to the department's success while ensuring compliance with regulatory coding standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in same day surgery coding.
• Required Coding Certificate, preferred CCS certification.
• Competency in Word and Excel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Code outpatient surgery and observation records using ICD10CM and CPT4.
• Ensure compliance with coding rules and regulations.
• Work as part of a team to meet departmental goals.

Skills

Communication

Coding

Word

Excel

Education

High School, Certification, GED, Training, Experience

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. Ensure compliance with coding rules and regulations according to Regulatory Agencies (CMS, OIG). Work as part of a team to meet departmental and AR goals. Abstract prescribed data elements from 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.
• Effective communication skills with coworkers, management staff, and physicians.
• Required CCS certification within 2 years of employment if not already certified for all entities except 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.