Senior Coder

CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING:
Remote Work
Bonus Incentives
Paid Certifications
Tuition Reimbursement
Comprehensive Benefits
Career Advancement

***The Senior Coder is a work at home position. The Candidate MUST have experience in OBGYN/Maternal Fetal, General Surgery, Neurology and Vascular***

The Senior Coder is a certified coder with expert knowledge in front and back end coding. This position is responsible for root cause analysis of trending front and/or back end identified coding opportunities; internal and external coding/documentation education; supporting and at times leading coding opportunity improvement projects. This position will also perform and/or assist with special coding projects as determined by leadership.

Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Coder completes root cause analysis of identified front and/or back end coding opportunities as assigned.
The Senior Coder supports/leads opportunity improvement projects as assigned.
The Senior Coder researches and provides coding guidance for new client service lines/services.
Maintains compliance with established corporate and departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement program, customer service and productivity expectations.
Maintain workflow/process knowledge of each functional area of coding.
Provide and/or assist with provider education, as well as the development educational tools. Communicates professionally with physicians, management, and peers.
Participates in all educational activities including coding meetings/calls necessary to provide information relating to coding and compliance. Remains abreast of changes to current payer guidelines, Correct Coding Initiative edits, and Local/National Coverage Determinations for accuracy in Coding and mentors team members regarding coding guidelines and accuracy. Assists with training of other coders.
Takes initiative for learning new skills and willingness to participate and share expertise on projects, committees and other activities as deemed appropriate. Demonstrates personal responsibility for job performance.
Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.
Possible travel for education sessions, CME events, etc. as defined by Physician Revenue Cycle Leadership.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Experience We Love:
AAPC or AHIMA Coding Certification (i.e. CPC, CCS-P) required
Minimum of 4 years coding experience required, 5 years preferred
Extensive knowledge/experience in physician front end and back end coding with expert knowledge in a multiple coding specialties and the ability to provide education/support to coding team and providers as well as strong analytic skills.
Knowledge of Medical Terminology, IDC-10, CPT, and HCPCS.
PC and Computer application knowledge and experience. Navigational and basic functional expertise in Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Excellent skills of organization, communication, time management, financial analysis, written policy, trouble shooting and problem solving.
Ability to multi-task and prioritize needs to meet short and long term timelines. Mobile phone access with adequate data to handle business needs is required.
Experience with EPIC and previous use of coding software tools. Dual Certification.

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday



Application Question(s):
This position will pay between $20 - $25/hr depending on experience. Are you open to this range?

Experience:
coding: 4 years (Required)
OBGYN/Maternal Fetal, Gen Surgery, Neur./Vasc. Coding: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
* Current Certification: AAPC or AHIMA (i.e. CPC, CCS-P) (Required)


Work Location: Remote