Coder II

Healthcare Outcomes Performance Co. (HOPCo) • Carmel, IN

7h

About The Position

This role involves abstracting data in compliance with national, regional, and local policies. The coder will interpret and review medical record documentation to assign accurate ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT procedure codes. They will utilize practice management systems (PMS) and individual hospital medical record systems to account for demographics and services performed for all scheduled and unscheduled surgical cases. This position also requires providing education and support to clinical areas regarding appropriate documentation and coding, and maintaining effective communication with providers concerning coding issues.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in provider coding and medical terminology with extensive knowledge of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPC coding required.
• A minimum of one of the following credentials: CCS-P or CPC.
• Meets established coding and abstracting quality and productivity standards.
• Experience with various coding software.
• Possesses PC skills, both keyboarding and applications.
• Requires a good understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and disease processes.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with remote coding is preferred.
• Preferred specialty experience in areas of Orthopedics, Neurology, Physical Medicine, and Rehabilitation or Pain Management.

Responsibilities

• Abstracts data in compliance with national, regional, and local policies, and interprets and reviews medical record documentation to assign accurate ICD-10 diagnosis and CPT procedure codes.
• Utilizes practice management system (PMS) to accurately account for demographics and services performed for all scheduled and unscheduled surgical cases according to standard procedures and coding guidelines.
• Utilizes individual hospital medical record systems and coordinates with physicians and staff to obtain clinical documents and demographics required for appropriate coding and billing for all hospital procedures.
• Provides education and support to clinical areas regarding appropriate documentation and coding of services to achieve accurate billing.
• Maintains effective communication with providers concerning coding issues.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED