Physican Coding Specialist I - Remote

Trinity Health; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Central Ohio is seeking a Physician Coding Specialist to assign appropriate coding for patient health information. This role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a fully remote setting.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings Account with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition/Professional Development Reimbursement

DailyPay Option

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and interpret information from various sources.
• Comprehensive knowledge of procedure and diagnostic coding.

Responsibilities

• Assign appropriate E/M and diagnostic codes to patient health information.
• Resolve coding edits within specified time frames.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Knowledge of Coding Regulations

Education

High School Diploma

CPC/CPC-A/CCA/CCS Certification

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

At Mount Carmel, we provide our colleagues with the support and learning opportunities they need to truly grow and thrive. This commitment to professional excellence is just one way in which we’re empowered to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

Position Purpose:

• Physician Coding Specialist I will assign the appropriate Evaluation & Management (E/M) and diagnostic (CPT E/M and ICD) codes to individual patient health information for data retrieval, analysis and claims processing for the Mount Carmel Medical Group (MCMG). The coding specialist will abstract pertinent data and resolve edits within specified time frames.
• Specialty: Medical Group
• Location: Fully Remote
• Hours of office: Monday through Friday Flex 5:30am – 6:30pm EST

What You Will Do:

• Ability to analyze, interpret and assimilate information from various sources based on technical and experience-based knowledge.
• Comprehensive knowledge of procedure and diagnostic coding for professional services and Medicare, Medicaid and other 3rd party payer coding and billing regulations.
• Queries physicians when code assignments are not straightforward or documentation in the record is inadequate, ambiguous or unclear for coding purposes.
• Keeps abreast of coding guidelines and reimbursement reporting requirements. Brings identified concerns to manager.
• Monitors, investigates and takes appropriate action for records that are not coded, billed or rejected

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CPC/CPC-A/CCA/CCS required

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday.You deserve to get paid every day!
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information:

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.