Hospital Outpatient Coder I

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately code outpatient hospital encounters including clinic records, diagnostic services, and emergency medical services.
• Meet or exceed established quality and productivity benchmarks while managing the DNFB to minimize uncoded days.
• Abstract data with high accuracy and ensure compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; must hold CPC-A or COC-A certification; CPC or COC preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
• Experience using an encoder and EMR; excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work independently in a remote environment, with frequent provider and hospital exchanges.
• Fast-paced setting requiring attention to detail, adaptability, and effective interaction with staff.

Compensation & Culture:

• Pay range of $21.76 - $28.28 per hour for a standard 40-hour work week.
• Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and various voluntary coverages.