About The Position

At NorthBay Health, the ED Professional Coder II will play a crucial role in accurately translating medical procedures and diagnoses into ICD 10, CPT and HCPCS codes in an accurate and timely manner. This person is a dedicated, knowledgeable individual with a strong understanding of medical terminology, coding guidelines, regulations, and proficiency in utilizing an EHR/encoder system who can also effectively communicate with providers via email, query, phone call or in person to educate or discuss coding requirements. Abstracts demographic and physician data to meet both internal and regulatory requirements for reporting utilizing the hospital’s abstracting system. Work focuses on ED using the approved classification Coding systems to include the modifiers. All work must be carried out in accordance with the rules, regulations and coding conventions of the AAPC/AMA CPT Guidelines, AAPC/AMA. American Hospital Association (Coding Clinic), ICD 10-CM CMS, HCAI, and NorthBay Health coding guidelines.

Requirements

  • Strong understanding of medical terminology.
  • Proficiency in coding guidelines and regulations.
  • Experience with EHR/encoder systems.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

  • Translate medical procedures and diagnoses into ICD 10, CPT and HCPCS codes.
  • Communicate effectively with providers via email, query, phone call or in person.
  • Educate or discuss coding requirements with providers.
  • Abstract demographic and physician data for reporting.
  • Utilize the hospital’s abstracting system.
  • Ensure compliance with AAPC/AMA CPT Guidelines and other coding regulations.
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