Sr. Certified Coder

Saint Peter's Healthcare System; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match

Free onsite parking

Tuition assistance program

Adoption assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Sr. Certified Coder in New Brunswick, NJ. This role involves assigning diagnosis and procedure codes, collaborating with a coding supervisor, and assisting with coding inquiries. Required qualifications include a minimum of five years of inpatient coding experience and a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) credential. The organization offers a robust benefits program, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of inpatient coding experience required.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology required.
• Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.

Responsibilities

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes to all applicable records.
• Collaborate with coding supervisor to manage workflow.
• Respond to coding inquiries from fellow coders.
• Collaborate with clinical documentation nursing specialists to ensure quality documentation.
• Assist physicians and hospital personnel with coding and billing inquiries.
• Report discharged not final billed (DNFB) issues to coding supervisor.

Skills

Knowledge of coding systems

Medical terminology

Strong interpersonal skills

Decision-making skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)

Job description

Sr. Certified Coder
Clinical Document-Coding Mgmt

The Sr. Certified Coder will: In accordance with established coding principals and guidelines assigns appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes to all applicable records - (concurrently/discharge) on patient units. Collaborates with coding supervisor for managing workflow and distribution of discharged records to non-senior coding staff. Responds to inquiries from fellow coders, regarding coding questions or concerns. Collaborates with clinical documentation nursing specialists to ensure quality documentation practices. Assists physicians, hospital personnel and others as needed with coding and billing inquiries. Reports discharged not final billed (DNFB) problems to coding supervisor.

Requirements

• Knowledge of coding systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of inpatient coding experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills required.
• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.