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Outpatient Coder (remote)

Outpatient Coder (remote)

Beacon Hill Staffing GroupNashville, TN, US
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Job Description

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS :

  • License / Certification : Must possess one of the following AAPC / AHIMA certifications : Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA).
  • Experience : Minimum of 3 years’ experience as an Outpatient Coder in a clinic, acute care, or academic teaching facility required.
  • Proficiencies : Extensive knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pathology and laboratory medicine, coding guidelines for ICD-10, CPT, Modifiers, etc.
  • Knowledge of current and developing issues, trends in medical coding procedures requirements, and be able to research complex issues as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Ensures full and efficient collection and processing of all information necessary for prompt and compliant billing and optimized reimbursement related to clinic and outpatient services.
  • Reviews medical records timely to identify diagnoses and CPT procedures relative to the patient’s encounter.
  • Abstracts appropriate information from the medical record based on the guidelines provided by the hospital and after a thorough review of the medical record.
  • Solicits clarification from the physician regarding ambiguous or conflicting documentation in the medical record using guidelines provided by the hospital.
  • Daily reconciliation of coding to include prior day visits and claims processed.
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    Outpatient Coder • Nashville, TN, US