Coder I- Outpatient

Job Identification 228804

Job Category Revenue Cycle

Job Schedule Full time

Job Shift Shift1 - Day

Locations 601 Memory Ln, York, PA, 17402, US

Assignment Category Not Applicable

FTE 1

Job Description

General Summary

Collects, reviews, retrieves and codes Evaluation & Management services, Pathology, and minor procedures based on documentation in the medical record and reports for quality assessment, audit, and billing purposes.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Performs chart audits, reviewing for accuracy and compliance.

• Reviews operative reports and other documentation and assigns appropriate diagnosis (ICD-10) and procedure codes (CPT) for final billing.

• Researches and processes invoice corrections.

• Reviews and analyzes coding/billing procedures.

• Presents training and feedback concerning medical coding, compliance, and reimbursement to physicians/providers.

• Coordinates and implements reimbursement improvement activities with staff and providers.

• Adheres to WellSpan Coding Compliance Guidelines.

Common Expectations:

• Maintains job specific standards and expectations relative to productivity and quality.

• Prepares and maintains appropriate documentation as required.

• Maintains professional growth and development.

• Attends meetings as required.

• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• Less than 1 year Relevant experience. Required

Licenses:

• Certified Professional Coder Apprentice Upon Hire Required or

• Certified Professional Coder Upon Hire Required or

• Certified Medical Coder Upon Hire Required or

• Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based Upon Hire Required or

• Registered Health Information Technician Upon Hire Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT-4 coding, and HCPCS.

• Basic computer skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive health benefits

• Retirement savings plan

• Paid time off (PTO)

• Education assistance

• Financial education and support, including DailyPay

• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.