Medical Records - HIM - Medical Coder FT

Lake Butler Hospital • Lake Butler, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Butler Hospital is seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Health Information Management (HIM) Medical Coder to join their team. This is a Full-Time position. Initial responsibilities are on-site, but remote work is possible after successfully demonstrating proficiency in the specifics for their facility. The position assigns accurate CPT codes from medical records for billing purposes, ensures proper documentation for charge capture, and stays current with industry guidelines. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ICD-10-CM proficiency and a thorough understanding of CPT guidelines for separate procedures, bundling, and add-on codes. They must also be comfortable reviewing, resolving, and preventing coding denials. Applicants must have Inpatient and Outpatient Hospital experience and experience in Rural Health Clinics.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current certification in ICD-9/CPT-4 coding and ICD-10CM/PCS.
• At least 2-years of progressive in-patient and out-patient medical coding work.
• Experience in Rural Health Clinics.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with strong computer skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Health Information Management required.
• Thorough knowledge of ICD-9/CPT-4 and ICD-10 CM/PCS coding sets.
• Ability to operate office equipment (fax, copier, computer).

Responsibilities

• Assigns accurate CPT codes from medical records for billing purposes.
• Ensures proper documentation for charge capture.
• Remains current with industry guidelines.
• Reviews, resolves, and prevents coding denials.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid time off
• 401k after one year of service
• Discounts at Willow Cafe

What This Job Offers

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