Coder ER
Remote
Job Summary
Coder ER reviews medical records and performs coding on diagnoses, procedures, DRG/APC and charge codes using AHIMA/AMA/CMS guidelines to support reimbursement, research, quality of care, and reporting. Responsible for abstracting, coding, sequencing, and interpreting clinical information from inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, pro fee, and clinical records; assigns correct principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures with proper sequencing; utilizes coding principles and DRG/APC reimbursement expertise; maintains HIPAA compliance and confidentiality; tracks productivity and maintains a 95% quality target; requires CPC/COC/CIC/RHIA/RHIT/CCS/CCS-P certifications and an AAPC/AHIMA-approved Coding Certificate Program; remote, full-time position with standard hours and minimal travel; emphasizes knowledge of AHIMA, AMA, AHA, CMS coding rules, JCAHO/HIPAA/HITECH standards, and proficiency with EHRs and coding software.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of an AAPC or AHIMA-approved Coding Certificate Program
- minimum of two to four years of current production coding experience in both acute care and pro fee
- certificates: CPC, COC, CIC, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P
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