Coder II
About The Position
The Coder II is responsible for accurate coding and abstracting of clinical information from the medical record. The position is responsible for maintaining Tenet standards for coding data quality and integrity, as well as productivity within established guidelines. The Coder II is responsible for coding of Tenet facilities as assigned, assisting with productive coding to maintain DNFC, and assisting with the training of new coders, resolving coding edits, CARDS edits and/or other projects. The Coder II codes and abstracts Ancillary, Emergency Department, Outpatient Surgery, Observation, or low acuity Inpatient encounters according to the Tenet Coding Quality Standards policy/procedure. Coding function includes diagnosis, PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, CARDS and coding edit resolution. Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!
Responsibilities
- Accurate coding and abstracting of clinical information from the medical record
- Maintaining Tenet standards for coding data quality and integrity, as well as productivity within established guidelines
- Coding of Tenet facilities as assigned
- Assisting with productive coding to maintain DNFC
- Assisting with the training of new coders
- Resolving coding edits, CARDS edits and/or other projects
- Codes and abstracts Ancillary, Emergency Department, Outpatient Surgery, Observation, or low acuity Inpatient encounters according to the Tenet Coding Quality Standards policy/procedure
- Coding function includes diagnosis, PCS, CPT, HCPCS, modifiers, CARDS and coding edit resolution
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
