Professional Coding Specialist II – Inpatient Notes, Multispecialty Experience

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

📋 Description

• Review and analyze medical record documentation to determine diagnoses and procedures impacting inpatient stays or outpatient encounters.

• Assign the correct ICD-10, CPT, and modifier codes.

• Ensure precise and timely coding, charging, and account abstraction for designated specialty areas.

• Enhance and maintain coding expertise through quality assessments, clinical in-services, coding workshops, internal meetings, reference materials, and updates to coding manuals.

• Examine data for precision and timeliness to secure clean bills.

• Reach out to physicians and other relevant personnel to gather information for accurate coding assignments.

• Oversee provider documentation and evaluate provider coding accuracy.

• Offer educational support to providers as needed.

• Assist the Revenue Cycle Operations team with claim development and the resolution of problematic patient accounts.

• Investigate missing charges and problematic accounts to aid department reimbursement efforts.

• Collaborate with physician and non-physician providers to promote correct coding initiatives and ensure compliance.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Current HIM/Coding Certification from AHIMA or AAPC

• Two (2) years of experience in medical coding

• Understanding of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology

• Ability to focus and maintain accuracy amidst frequent interruptions

• Capability for independent decision-making

• Proficiency in prioritizing job responsibilities

• Skill in managing high-stress situations

• Adaptability to changes in the workplace

• Competence in organizing and completing assigned tasks

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Capability to meet quality and productivity benchmarks

• Ability to sit for extended periods

• Normal range visual and hearing acuity

• Manual dexterity for operating computer and office equipment

• Ability to lift, push, or pull 10–20 pounds

• Multispecialty knowledge and skillset

• Active AAPC or AHIMA credential

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote work opportunity from anywhere within the US

• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities

• 40 scheduled weekly hours