Senior Hospital Outpatient Coder: Surgery & Data Insights

DaMar Staffing; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Alliance is seeking an experienced Hospital Outpatient Coder V in Indianapolis, IN to review electronic medical records and assign ICD and CPT codes for hospital surgery, observation, and monthly series services. The role emphasizes accurate abstraction, compliance with coding standards, and collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of coding experience, AHIMA credentialing within 180 days, and prefers an AHIMA-certified background (CCS/RHIT/RHIA).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED - Required.
• Associate's Degree in Health Information Management - Preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management - Preferred.
• 2 years Coding - Required.
• Surgery Coding experience - Preferred.
• AHIMA credentials (CCS/RHIT/RHIA) required within 180 days - Required or RHIA/RHIT within 180 days - Required - or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and codes patient records in hospital outpatient settings (surgery, observation, monthly series).
• Applies ICD and CPT codes per Official Coding Guidelines.
• Evaluates coding accuracy and documentation adequacy to meet guidelines.
• Identifies missing or non-specific documentation and initiates follow-up.
• Assists with abstraction of data elements and supports coding leadership.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate's Degree in Health Information Management

Bachelor's Degree in Health Information Management

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Franciscan Alliance is seeking an experienced Hospital Outpatient Coder V in Indianapolis, IN to review electronic medical records and assign ICD and CPT codes for hospital surgery, observation, and monthly series services. The role emphasizes accurate abstraction, compliance with coding standards, and collaboration across departments.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of coding experience, AHIMA credentialing within 180 days, and prefers an AHIMA-certified background (CCS/RHIT/RHIA).