Sr Coder

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Coder to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for reviewing outpatient records and utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems to extract pertinent information from various clinical documents. Your expertise will be crucial in determining complex code assignments for emergency visits and surgical techniques. This remote position allows you to work from home while living in Georgia, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to the healthcare sector from the comfort of your own space. Join a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of coding experience in an acute care hospital.
• Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient records using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems.
• Extract information from clinical notes and determine complex code assignments.

Skills

ICD-10-CM coding

CPT-4 coding

abstracting experience

attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

3M CAC

HDM system

Job description

SUMMARY

The Senior Coder is responsible for reviewing Outpatient records utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT-4/HCPCS coding systems. Extracts pertinent information from clinical notes, operative notes, radiology reports, laboratory reports, (including Pathology), procedure records, specialty forms, etc. Determines complex code assignment pertinent to emergency visits, diagnostic workups, and surgical techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS

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  High School Diploma or GED is required.


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  At least 3 years relevant coding and abstracting experience in an acute care hospital required.


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  Experience with Epic, 3M CAC and HDM system preferred.


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  Certification as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.


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  Certification as a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) preferred.


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  Remote, but must live in Georgia.

Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.