Reviews, accurately assigns, and abstracts professional and outpatient facility diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classification independently
Job Summary
Reviews, accurately assigns, and abstracts professional and outpatient facility diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classification independently.
Develop efficient workflows to organize and prioritize complex coding work to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and hospital targets.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and expertise in professional and outpatient facility coding practices; provide guidance and support to coding staff on complex coding scenarios and regulatory requirements.
Matching Summary
Reviews, accurately assigns, and abstracts professional and outpatient facility diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classification independently.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Gastrointestinal procedures coding
Professional and outpatient facility coding
Medical terminology and documentation
Critical thinking
Compliance
Nice-to-have
Develop efficient workflows
Proactively identify documentation gaps
Stay updated on coding regulations
Support ongoing training and development
Key Requirements
4 years relevant work experience
High School Diploma or GED
Certified Coding Associate (AHIMA)
Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA)
Certified Coding Specialist - Physician (AHIMA)
Certified Outpatient Coder (AAPC)
Certified Professional Coder - Outpatient (AAPC)
Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)