Under the supervision of the HIS IP Coding Reimbursement/Coordination, the Coder III is responsible for reviewing the medical record in its entirety, apply coding guidelines and regulations and assign ICD-CM and/or PCS and CPT diagnoses and procedures codes accurately and timely. Consistently meet/exceed turnaround times and quality expectations.

The Coder II is responsible for abstracting and assigning valid CPT, ICD-9/10, and HCPCS codes to ensure appropriate reimbursement. This role identifies compliance concerns, trends, and educational opportunities to ensure proper coding, documentation, and accuracy of billing within their specialty, and is able to work independently.

Coder III demonstrates proficiency in coding high acuity inpatient accounts and/or coding of technical outpatient accounts including Observation, Radiation Oncology, Chemotherapy Infusion, Cardiac Cath/Electrophysiologyor Interventional Radiology and Surgery to support Revenue Cycle goals for timely billing.Utilizes International Classification of Disease (ICD-10-CM and PCS), Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) including Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and other coding references to ensure accurate coding.

Perform coding validation reviews for Patient Safety, POA, Compliance, Clinical Documentation Improvement, Quality and Performance Improvement; assist with internal/external coding audits and education/feedback. Requires inpatient and outpatient experience and knowledge of coding applications.

Looking for a remote, short-term opportunity as an Outpatient Coding Auditor? Conduct annual coding audits for ED, SDS, and Observation Charts, analyze findings, and lead education sessions. Must have Meditech EHR experience and be comfortable meeting with leadership.