Health Information Coder

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

📋 Description

• Examine inpatient and outpatient medical records to ensure they are complete, including necessary documentation, provider orders, test results, and supporting information.

• Manage coding work queues by assessing and coding patient accounts for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.

• Employ coding software to assign and input procedure, admission, discharge, present-on-admission (POA), and other relevant codes for billing purposes.

• Review, audit, correct, and input professional staff charges for FMN, observation, inpatient, outpatient surgery, outpatient nursing, and emergency department accounts.

• Provide assistance to team members and providers regarding coding and charging inquiries.

• Audit accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance.

• Keep abreast of current coding standards, regulatory requirements, and updates to coding software.

• Communicate pertinent coding changes and updates to staff and providers.

• Offer cross-coverage for other areas as necessary.

• Carry out additional responsibilities assigned by the Revenue Cycle Manager.

• Facilitate accurate documentation, appropriate reimbursement, compliance, and account readiness for billing.

• Maintain necessary registries and records.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is mandatory.

• Completion of a medical coding program from AAPC or AHIMA is required.

• Current coding certification from AAPC or AHIMA is necessary.

• A minimum of one year of medical coding experience is required.

• Ability to effectively execute each essential duty.

• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

🏝️ Benefits

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