Facility Coder II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Evaluates, interprets, and abstracts clinical documentation from both inpatient and outpatient hospital records.

• Codes intricate orthopedic surgical cases across various subspecialties.

• Implements appropriate DRG and/or APC assignment methodologies.

• Guarantees coding accuracy and adherence to regulations.

• Utilizes hospital EMR and coding systems to gather essential clinical and demographic information.

• Collaborates with physicians and clinical staff to enhance documentation quality.

• Achieves or surpasses predefined productivity and quality standards.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is mandatory.

• An Associate degree in Health Information Management or a related field is preferred.

• Must possess at least one of the following credentials: RHIT, CCS, CIC, COC, COSC.

• A minimum of 3+ years of coding experience in a facility or hospital setting is required.

• Advanced knowledge of ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems is essential.

• Strong comprehension of orthopedic anatomy, physiology, and surgical techniques.

• Proficient in hospital coding software and electronic medical record systems.

• Capability to independently manage coding assignments with little supervision.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• 401(k) matching.

• Flexible work hours.

• Opportunities for professional development.