Hospital Outpatient Coder II
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Emory Healthcare is hiring a Hospital Outpatient Coder II. The Hospital Outpatient Coder Level II uses clinical coding knowledge and official guidelines to assign ICD‑9/ICD‑10 and CPT codes for ambulatory surgery, gastrointestinal, infusion and observation encounters, collaborating with physicians and staff while supporting billing, research, reporting and regulatory compliance.
Key focus areas include Assign ICD‑9/ICD‑10 and CPT codes to ambulatory surgery, gastrointestinal, infusion and observation encounters with highest accuracy, Work closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialists, quality and patient finance staff, and Play a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, 2 Years Acute Care Outpatient Coding Experience, and CIRCC. Important skills include Clinical Coding Knowledge, ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT Codes, CCI Edits, and Claim Rejections.
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Description RESPONSIBILITIES:
- The Hospital Outpatient Coder Level II uses clinical coding knowledge, based on the Official Coding Guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9/ICD-10 and CPT codes to the highest level of accuracy for each Ambulatory Surgery, Gastrointestinal, Infusion and Observation encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance. Follows-up on CCI edits, claim rejections, and other issues impacting facilitation of billing and reimbursement process. Ensures accuracy of APCs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School diploma or equivalent.
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Two years acute care outpatient coding with outpatient diagnostic and ED coding.
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CIRCC preferred or CPC, CPC-H, CCA, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P certified. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks
Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [email protected]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.
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