Outpatient Coding Specialist – Surgery

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

📋 Description

• Assign diagnosis and procedure codes utilizing the relevant coding classification system for all episodes of care in the emergency department, same-day surgery, outpatient clinic, observation, inpatient OB/newborn hospital, and specialty clinic encounters, adhering to coding conventions, guidelines, and hospital policies.

• Evaluate ambiguous documentation to guarantee the accuracy of information and address identified discrepancies.

• Ensure adherence to official guidelines (ICD-10-CM, AHA Coding Clinic, AMA CPT Assistant and Guidelines), AHIMA Standards of Ethical Coding, and LifePoint Health Support Center (HSC) policies and procedures.

• Achieve and uphold a 95% accuracy rate on quality reviews as well as meet assigned productivity standards.

• Verify, edit, and/or input charges based on documentation or payer/billing requirements.

• Stay informed about applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that influence the coding domain.

• Adhere to coding workflows for service types, including addressing compliance reviews.

• Submit queries to physicians when clarification of documentation is necessary.

• Foster a collaborative working relationship with physicians, nurses, medical staff, and hospital employees to ensure that all work-related interactions are effective.

• Provide recommendations to the supervisor and implement and monitor outcomes as appropriate to support the overall objectives of the department.

⛳️ Requirements

• An associate degree in a health-related field is preferred.

• A minimum of one year of outpatient coding experience in an acute care hospital is preferred.

• Certification as a Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Various levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for both full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance for higher education and certification, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.

• Employee Well-being: Programs promoting mental, physical, and financial wellness (including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and career advancement opportunities.