Senior Coder

Northwell

Lake Success, NY, US
Base: 66,300.0 - 108,311.0; bonus/equity: not spec...
Not specified (assumed full-time onsite based on job description).
Analyze and interpret medical records
Apply anatomy and physiology knowledge
Utilize coding reference materials
Northwell Health is seeking a Senior Coder to perform coding and abstracting duties to ensure accurate completion of coding for patient records. The role requires a combination of technical expertise in medical coding and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Job Summary

  • Performs coding and abstracting duties to assure accurate completion of coding for all assigned patient records.
  • Analyzes and interprets the medical record in its entirety to ensure accurate, complete and consistent selection of diagnoses and procedures to assure the production of quality healthcare data and accurate facility payment.
  • Generates compliant physician queries to clarify any incomplete/ambiguous or conflicting documentation and applies post-query responses to make final coding determinations.

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Northwell Health is seeking a Senior Coder to perform coding and abstracting duties to ensure accurate completion of coding for patient records. The role requires a combination of technical expertise in medical coding and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Salary

Base: 66,300.0000 - 108,311.0000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • analyze and interpret medical records
  • apply anatomy and physiology knowledge
  • utilize coding reference materials
  • assign diagnoses and procedures
  • manage multiple work demands

Nice-to-have

  • advocate proper documentation practices
  • assist in physician education
  • resolve technical procedural challenges

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 3-5 years of technical experience
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Certified Coding Specialist-Physician (CCSP)
  • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC)
  • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC)
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
  • RHIA or RHIT certification

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