Coder I (Outpatient)

Are you looking for a rewarding career with a top-notch healthcare company? We are looking for qualified Coders like you to join our Texas Health Family

Work location: Remote

Work hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

HIMS Coding Department Highlights:

• 100% remote work
• Flexible hours/scheduling
• Terrific work/life balance

Here’s What You Need

Education

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent General Studies REQUIRED or

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent With completion of ICD 10 and CPT Coding courses/program from a nationally recognized organization i.e. AAPC, AHIMA Must provide proof of PPE/internship hours REQUIRED or

Associate's Degree Health Information Technology Must provide proof of PPE/internship hours REQUIRED or

Bachelor's Degree Health Information Administration Must provide proof of PPE/internship hours REQUIRED

Experience

1 Year if H.S. Diploma - 1 yr experience in acute care hospital outpatient coding required REQUIRED

If completion of ICD 10 and CPT Coding courses/program, or Associate's Degree in HIT, or Bachelor's Degree in HIA - no experience required REQUIRED

Licenses and Certifications

CCA - Certified Coding Associate 12 Months REQUIRED or

COC - Certified Outpatient Coder 12 Months REQUIRED or

RHIT - Registered Health Information Technician 12 Months REQUIRED or

CPC - Certified Professional Coder 12 Months REQUIRED or

RHIA - Registered Health Information Administrator 12 Months REQUIRED

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to apply definition of principal diagnosis to arrive at correct code assignment.
• Accurately distinguishes between symptoms and a true diagnosis.
• Applies knowledge of ICD 10-CM and CPT Procedure Guidelines for simple procedures.
• Able to read and interpret health record documentation relevant to coding, typically provided by a single provider.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in coding.
• Basic knowledge of automated encoding system and computer assisted coding methods.
• General knowledge of EHRs (electronic health record systems).
• Demonstrated ability to utilize decision tree logic to arrive at basic coding assignment preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word

What You Will Do

• Reviews and interprets health record documentation to identify pertinent diagnosis/procedures that require code assignment for outpatient ancillary, diagnostic, therapeutic and emergency department records.
• Demonstrates appropriate utilization of coding software and coding reference material.
• Assigns/sequences ICD10-CM and CPT codes to selected medical records per Coding Guidelines, THR Coding Compliance Policies, CMS and other third party payers.
• Queries physicians to ensure appropriate documentation for accurate coding.
• Maintains adequate production.
• Abstracts pertinent information from patient medical records.
• Correctly identifies and abstracts all physicians and disposition codes.
• Maintains coding proficiency by keeping up-to-date on coding guidelines as published in Coding Clinic and CPT Assistant.
• Completes all required training and education.
• Completes appropriate continuing education units as required for any credentials/certifications held and/or THR coding compliance requirements.

Additional perks of being a Texas Heath Coder

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org.

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