Provider Coding Specialist

Health Information Associates (HIA); United States; Remote; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Information Associates (HIA) seeks an experienced outpatient coder for a remote position. You will code outpatient records using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT, abstract demographics and clinical data, and maintain quality and productivity per client standards.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, AAPC CPC credentials preferred, and at least 3 years of ambulatory surgery coding experience. Reliable cable internet and ability to work remotely are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years outpatient coding experience in an ambulatory surgery setting.
• Proficient in ICD-10-CM/PCS, E/M leveling and CPT coding.
• High speed internet via cable; remote work capability.

Responsibilities

• Codes all requested medical records using ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT coding.
• Abstracts, codes and assigns necessary demographic and clinical data elements.
• Maintains quality and productivity according to client requirements.
• Completes coding education within established deadlines.
• Active participation in education sessions to improve coding skills.

Skills

ICD-10-CM/PCS coding

CPT coding

E/M leveling

Remote work capability

Strong research skills

Education

High School Diploma

AAPC CPC credential (preferred)

Job description

This is a remote/work from home position *

Overview

Codes outpatient medical records using the most accurate and appropriate ICD-10-CM and CPT codes in accordance with regulatory coding guidelines, best practices in the industry and HIA policy and procedures. Abstracts required demographic and clinical data elements. The coder will meet specified productivity and accuracy standards.

Responsibilities

• Codes all requested medical records using the most accurate and appropriate ICD-10-CM/PCS and CPT code assignment in accordance with coding guidelines.
• Abstracts, codes and assigns necessary demographic and clinical data elements required.
• Maintains quality and productivity according to client requirements.
• Completes all coding education as required within established deadlines.
• Commits to continually improving his/her coding skills by actively participating in all education sessions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, AAPC credentials, CPC preferred
• Minimum 3 years outpatient coding experience in an ambulatory surgery setting.
• I-10-CM/PCS, E/M leveling, CPT coding proficient.
• Computer proficiency, able to research coding questions and utilize HIA’s internal educational resources.
• High Speed Internet via Cable (no Satellite or wireless cell based)
• Independent, focused individual able to work remotely.