Senior Medical Coder (Outpatient)

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Senior Medical Coder (Outpatient) to join their Health System Shared Services. The role involves coding multiple work types, ensuring accurate diagnosis and procedure coding, and adhering to productivity standards. Candidates should possess an Associate's Degree, relevant certifications, and coding proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Health Information Management.
• Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, with 4-6 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Code medical records for inpatient and outpatient services.
• Select appropriate diagnoses and procedures for coding.
• Ensure accuracy in coding and maintain productivity standards.

Skills

Coding proficiency

ICD-10 coding

CPT-4 coding

Education

Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management

CAHIIM-approved coding certificate

Tools

Computer-Assisted Coding

Automated encoders

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Medical Coder (Outpatient)

Department: Health System Shared Services | Revenue Management

Scope of Position

Coding services assign diagnosis and procedural codes to inpatient and outpatient medical records to facilitate reimbursement and data collection for the OSU Health System. ICD-10-CM/PCS diagnoses and procedure codes are applied to inpatients, and CPT-4 codes are used for outpatients not captured through the charge description master. Medical record data is reviewed for accuracy in IHIS during coding.

Position Summary

The senior medical records coding specialist codes medical records at the conclusion of patient visits. This role requires coding multiple work types for inpatient and outpatient services, including selecting appropriate diagnoses and procedures, assigning ICD-10 and CPT-4 codes, and abstracting relevant information such as admission source, type, disposition, and physicians involved.

Codes are selected using Computer Assisted Coding/Encoder Software after reviewing information in IHIS. The coded data interfaces with the IHIS Resolute Billing system. The staff member ensures all edits are addressed for complete and accurate coding, including MS-DRG and APR-DRG assignment for reimbursement.

This staff member maintains productivity and quality standards, adheres to the work schedule, and submits weekly volume logs.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s Degree in Health Information Management. Certification as a Registered Health Information Technician, Registered Health Information Administrator, Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA), or Certified Outpatient Coder (AAPC) if managing hospital coding; ROCC if coding Radiation Oncology; RHIA, CCS, COC, or CPC (AAPC) for professional coding. At least 2 years of relevant experience required; 4-6 years preferred.

Completion of a CAHIIM-approved coding certificate or HIMT program or equivalent education & experience.

Proven coding proficiency through OSUWMC’s coding test.

Familiarity with computer-assisted coding and automated encoders is a plus.

Additional Information

Location: Remote Location

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates will undergo a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post-offer process.

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