Outpatient Coder - Chart Audit

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Outpatient Coder works under general supervision to complete charge documents for outpatient services. The Certified Professional Coder, LPN, or RN is responsible for reviewing a patient’s medical records after a visit and translating the information into codes that payors use to process claims from patients. The coder will work under general supervision to complete charge sessions for outpatient services within the primary care setting. The coder must have a strong work ethic as there is a productivity requirement with completion of a minimum of 240 charge sessions daily. The outpatient coder will be responsible for complying with medical coding guidelines and policies regarding appropriate CPT/ICD-10/HCPCS codes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification, or, graduate from a school of nursing (RN or LPN), required - if candidate is a graduate from a school of nursing without coding certification, then AAPC (CPC and CRC) certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire Knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCs codes, required; Must have a thorough knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology, required; Strong communication skills, both oral and written, as communication with providers and managerial staff is required; Knowledge of billing and prior history working with denials for a variety of payors.

WORK SCHEDULE:

Monday - Friday, 8:00A.M. - 5:00P.M.