Senior Coding Specialist (Emergency Medicine PB & HB exp) - REMOTE
About The Position
Reviews, accurately assigns, and abstracts professional and outpatient facility diagnostic and procedural codes to encounters using designated coding classifications independently. The role supports ongoing training and development of staff and applies advanced expertise in professional and outpatient facility coding, medical terminology, documentation, critical thinking, and compliance. It organizes complex coding work, ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and hospital targets, identifies documentation gaps, and helps colleagues resolve complex coding scenarios. Additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Five years of relevant work experience.
- Advanced knowledge of professional and outpatient facility coding practices.
- Advanced ability to understand medical terminology and documentation in office or surgical settings.
- Advanced critical-thinking and compliance capabilities.
- One or more of the following certifications: Certified Coding Associate (AHIMA); Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA); Certified Coding Specialist—Physician (AHIMA); Certified Outpatient Coder (AAPC); Certified Professional Coder—Outpatient (AAPC); Registered Health Information Administrator (AHIMA); or Registered Health Information Technician (AHIMA).
Responsibilities
- Develop efficient workflows to organize and prioritize complex coding work and meet regulatory requirements and hospital targets.
- Use designated coding classification systems and guidelines to select accurate codes, considering resources used during patient encounters.
- Identify documentation gaps or inconsistencies that may affect code assignment and initiate queries or tasks to clarify documentation.
- Provide guidance and support to coding staff on complex coding scenarios and regulatory requirements.
- Stay updated on coding regulations and guidelines to maintain subject matter expertise.
- Support ongoing training and development of staff.
Benefits
- The benefits package may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
