Per Diem Coder 2
About The Position
This is a fully remote per-diem position that does not qualify for benefits. Objective: Performs coding assignments (IP, ED, and OP) and Data Quality Reviews with minimal supervision. Performs other temporary staffing assignments associated with the NJHA-HBS program. Assist in capturing the necessary data needed to effectively perform Data Quality Reviews. Equipment Used to Perform Essential Functions: Encoder system, Hospital Clinical and Financial Systems, telephone, computer, VPN access systems, calculator. Essential Job Functions: Ability to perform coding assignments with minimal supervision, thereby demonstrating proficiency in ICD-9-CM, ICD-10 and CPT coding systems to be used at diverse health care settings. Maintains NJHA-HBS’ coding guidelines and pertinent resources to enhance and maximize coding accuracy. Maintain coding credentials; keep abreast of all coding changes, including coding clinics, CPT assistant, new and revised codes (ICD and CPT). Abides by the terms and conditions of the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement. Other projects and duties as assigned.
Requirements
- CAANPC (Certified Anesthesia and Pain Management Coder) certification required.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy/physiology required.
- Working knowledge of ICD-9, ICD-10 and CPT coding principles and practices with coding experience.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality required.
Responsibilities
- Performs coding assignments (IP, ED, and OP) and Data Quality Reviews with minimal supervision.
- Performs other temporary staffing assignments associated with the NJHA-HBS program.
- Assist in capturing the necessary data needed to effectively perform Data Quality Reviews.
- Ability to perform coding assignments with minimal supervision, thereby demonstrating proficiency in ICD-9-CM, ICD-10 and CPT coding systems to be used at diverse health care settings.
- Maintains NJHA-HBS’ coding guidelines and pertinent resources to enhance and maximize coding accuracy.
- Maintain coding credentials; keep abreast of all coding changes, including coding clinics, CPT assistant, new and revised codes (ICD and CPT).
- Abides by the terms and conditions of the Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement.
- Other projects and duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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