Coder Physician
RemoteUnited States
United StatesRemoteFull TimeSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeLarge
Full TimeSenior LevelDoctorate Or Professional DegreeLarge
Job Summary
Abstract, code, and sequence clinical information from inpatient, outpatient, emergency department, and pro fee records using technical coding principles and DRG/APC expertise. Assign correct principal and secondary diagnoses and procedures while maintaining 95% quality ratings and adhering to AHIMA, AMA, CMS, and JCAHO standards. Enter codes into multiple software systems, track productivity, and ensure compliance with external regulatory, accreditation, and HIPAA requirements. Maintain courteous professional relationships and demonstrate strong analytical skills in a remote home office environment.
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 profee
- Certified Professional Coder (CPC), CCS-P, or equivalent coding credential
Desired Qualifications
- Utilizes technical coding principals and DRG/APC reimbursement expertise to assign appropriate codes
- Knowledge of coding convention and rules established by the AHIMA, American Medical Association (AMA), the American Hospital Association (AHA) and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), for assignment of diagnostic and surgical procedural codes
- Knowledge of JCAHO, coding compliance and HIPAA HITECH standards affecting medical records and the impact on reimbursement and accreditation
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Demonstrate ability to work in all work types and specialties
- Demonstrate ability to self-motivate, set goals, and meet deadlines
- Demonstrate leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key business partners by building personal credibility and trust
- Maintain courteous and professional working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization
- Demonstrate excellent analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing a variety of software applications
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