Coder WFH - Local to Kansas

HCA Healthcare•Nashville, TN

4d•Remote

About The Position

The Coder with Physician Services reviews and codes designated office and hospital notes for one or more practices and resolves complex coding scenarios. The role provides feedback and documentation advice to physicians, non-physician practitioners, and practice management, and works with Accounts Receivable to resolve coding-related denials. Although the position is work from home, candidates must be in the Kansas or Missouri area to visit practices and meet as needed.

Requirements

One year of coding and/or billing experience in a healthcare environment.
Must hold one of the following certifications: COC (Certified Outpatient Coder), CCS (Certified Coding Specialist), CPC (Certified Professional Coder), RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator), or RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician).
Must be located in Kansas or Missouri to visit practices and meet as needed.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.

Responsibilities

Receive and review charge documents from clinics and/or hospitals.
Ensure charge information is correct and accurate.
Abstract CPT-4, HCPCS II, and ICD-9-CM codes from medical records.
Keep the supervisor apprised of matters regarding charge entry.
Enter charges into the billing system in a timely manner.
Work with the Accounts Receivable team to follow up on and resolve coding-related denials and rejections.
Maintain current knowledge of coding guidelines and relevant federal regulations using current coding materials and other pertinent resources.
Enhance professional growth and development through in-service meetings, educational programs, conferences, and other activities.
Track denial patterns to address systemic issues.
Assist and advise practice or other appropriate staff on documentation, billing, coding, and reimbursement issues.
Perform related work and projects as required.
Adhere to the Code of Conduct philosophy and Mission and Value Statement.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Meet designated productivity and accuracy rates of 95%.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.