Coder

OSF HealthCare • Peoria, IL

5h • $25 - $30 • Hybrid

About The Position

Candidates in Illinois or Michigan only, with inpatient coding experience or those who have already completed PCS procedure coding training are encouraged to apply.
Training will be completed onsite for 1 week and the remainder of training will be performed remotely. Location of training to be determined based on applicant location and facility availability.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Coder position assigns accurate ICD-CM/PCS & CPT/HCPCS codes to all pertinent diagnoses and procedures to introductory and other moderate level complexity coding assignments. Coder position complies with coding guidelines, abstracts all required information for statistical and reimbursement purposes. This position works closely with revenue cycle team members to ensure appropriate billing and reimbursement.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/ GED.
• Licensure/ Certification: Completion of AAPC or AHIMA approved coding certificate program with one of the following certifications: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P, CCA, CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H,
• OR
• RHIA/RHIT-eligible and obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Other Skills/ Knowledge:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
• Completed Medical Coding courses focused on ICD-CM/PCS and CPT coding guidelines.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy/physiology, disease processes, medical records and hospital procedures.
• Ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted by Basic keyboard and software application skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate via written and verbal means.
• Able to provide information to supervisors, co-workers and physicians by telephone, written, e-mail or in person.

Nice To Haves

• Experience: 1 year professional or hospital coding experience.

Responsibilities

• The Coder position assigns accurate ICD-CM/PCS & CPT/HCPCS codes to all pertinent diagnoses and procedures to introductory and other moderate level complexity coding assignments.
• Coder position complies with coding guidelines, abstracts all required information for statistical and reimbursement purposes.
• This position works closely with revenue cycle team members to ensure appropriate billing and reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED