IP Facility Coder

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

📋 Description

• Responsible for coding all inpatient and/or outpatient hospital records, including Emergency Department records, Home Health & Hospice records, and/or professional fee services.

• Ensure compliance with Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures.

• Exhibit proficiency in coding various service areas and/or specialties or possess extensive experience in a specific specialty.

• Review the complete current medical record of patients, assigning the appropriate codes such as CPT, ICD, and MS-DRG.

• Utilize multiple computer systems to research the medical record and code efficiently.

• Manage accounts receivable by identifying any lost documents.

• Keep current with technical knowledge of legal and regulatory information relevant to the business area.

• Accountable for resolving any pre-bill edits, denials, etc. for the assigned accounts.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.

• Must possess one of the following coding certifications at the time of hire: CCS, CCS-P, CPC-H, or RHIT/RHIA, with the expectation of obtaining one of the coding credentials listed within one year of hiring.

• A minimum of three to five years of experience as a coder is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, group term life insurance, and additional optional voluntary benefits.

• Employee Wellness rewards program aimed at providing opportunities to enhance health and promote well-being.

• Earn gift cards and more by engaging in wellness activities such as wellness challenges, webinars, preventive screenings, and more.