Hospitalist Coding Specialist

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

📋 Description

• Deliver CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10-CM coding across 1 to 4 specialties.

• Execute professional fee, facility, or HCC coding.

• Offer coding services that support clients effectively.

• Calculate ProFee E/M levels utilizing the company-developed algorithm.

• Identify critical care cases based on patient acuity.

• Assign ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes with the highest level of specificity.

• Accurately apply ICD-10-CM, ICD-10-PCS, CPT®, and HCPCS diagnosis and procedure codes.

• Interpret coding guidelines to ensure precise code assignment.

• Assess the effect of documentation on code assignment and reimbursement.

• Adhere to AHIMA’s Standards of Ethical Coding and the Company's Code of Ethics and Business Conduct.

• Follow internal policies and procedures diligently.

• Engage in training and educational sessions provided by the company.

• Ensure compliance with privacy and security regulations while safeguarding confidential information.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

⛳️ Requirements

• Certification from either AAPC (CPC or COC) or AHIMA (CCS or CCS-P).

• Minimum of 6 months of relevant on-the-job experience.

• Proficient in GI and/or Hospitalist Coding.

• Familiarity with EMR and billing systems.

• Must possess a phone, a reliable internet connection, and current coding resources such as CPT and ICD-10-CM coding references.

• Maintain an ongoing productivity and accuracy rate of 95% or higher.

• Achieve a quality score of 95% or above.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook, including basic spreadsheet functions, email management, and scheduling meetings.

• Exhibit effective and professional verbal and written communication skills.

• Capability to coordinate, analyze, observe, make informed decisions, and meet deadlines.

• Demonstrate regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.

• Ability to work at a computer terminal for 6 to 8 hours a day.

• Occasionally able to lift and move materials weighing up to 20 lbs.

• Maintain at least one credential from AAPC or AHIMA.

• Adhere to privacy, security, confidentiality, and Personal Health Information standards.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and personal growth.

• Access to company-sponsored training and educational resources.

• Flexible work-from-home arrangement.

• Provision of company technology and scalable solutions.