Job Description:
The Coder I – Same Day Surgery position is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes for outpatient encounters in accordance with Official Coding Guidelines, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements. This role supports appropriate reimbursement and contributes to compliance, quality reporting, and data integrity for the Powers Health hospitals.
- Maintains or exceeds minimum coding accuracy and productivity standards per unit procedure.
- Possesses knowledge of Medicare medical necessity regulations, ABN, NCCI, OCE edits and proper modifier usage.
- Works closely with physicians, physician support staff, internal and external customers as it relates to code assignment for reimbursement purposes.
- Follows up timely on outstanding coding or requests to review coding in order to expedite billing and reimbursement.
- Assists the Supervisor on implementing appropriate and efficient workflow processes. Provides feedback and identifies areas that need improvement.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Minimum high school diploma; associate or bachelor degree preferred.
- Active AHIMA accreditation as a Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA), or eligible, required.
- Successful completion of courses in anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
- Thorough knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS, and Official Coding Guidelines.
- Minimum of two (2) years coding experience in hospital medical record coding required; previous outpatient coding experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Medicare medical necessity regulations, ABN, NCCI, OCE, and proper modifier usage preferred.
- Knowledge of injection and infusion coding preferred.
- Must be detail-oriented.
- Ability to multitask, organize, and prioritize work assignments.
- Must be able to work independently with minimal direction, complete assignments timely and accurately.
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
- Epic EMR experience preferred.
Your Extraordinary Career Starts Here
We invite you to join our team of professionals where your unique talents will be well utilized in a work environment that promotes your further growth and development. In return for your valuable service and contributions, Powers Health offers a competitive wage and benefits package along with the necessary tools, resources, and mentoring opportunities to support your career advancement goals.
Our comprehensive benefits program includes, but is not limited to:
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- Wellness program, including free screenings
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA)
- Retirement savings plan
- Life insurance
- Disability income protection
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness center discount program
- Tuition assistance and career development
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Reward and recognition programs
Join our team of healthcare professionals at Powers Health. Apply today!
