Outpatient Surg Obs Coder-Hosp
Piedmont Healthcare•Atlanta, GA
About The Position
The Outpatient Surg Obs Coder-Hosp reviews, analyzes, and assigns codes for outpatient medical record documentation using appropriate coding guidelines and criteria. Documentation includes medical, diagnostic, and surgical records, with codes assigned using ICD-10-CM and/or CPT-4 HCPCS. The primary coding responsibility is hospital outpatient surgery, wound care, and observation.
Requirements
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
- Hospital coding experience.
- Upon hire, hold one or more of the following: RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCA, CCS-P, CPC, CPC-A, CPC-H, or a coding certificate from an AHIMA-accredited program.
Nice To Haves
- Experience coding at a multi-hospital organization.
- Remote coding experience.
Responsibilities
- Review and analyze outpatient medical record documentation using appropriate coding guidelines and criteria.
- Assign correct ICD-10-CM and/or CPT-4 HCPCS codes for medical, diagnostic, and surgical documentation.
- Code hospital outpatient surgery, wound care, and observation records.
Benefits
- Wellness programs.
- Comprehensive total benefits and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
