Remote Outpatient Coder - Same Day Surgery

POSITION: Remote Outpatient Coder - Same Day Surgery
DEPARTMENT: Health Information Management
START: 04/06/26 or ASAP
LOCATION: Remote

POSITION SUMMARY: Looking for candidates with Facility Acute Care Outpatient Coders who specify on coding Same Day Surgeries - all types of surgical procedures from complex heart caths to simple surgical procedures. This is an advanced level coding position that codes and abstracts Outpatient Surgical records for data retrieval, analysis, reimbursement and research. Codes and enters diagnostic and procedure codes into a designated coding and abstracting system. Meets quality and productivity coding standards and demonstrates the ability to navigate an EMR. They work with TrueCode encoder and Dolby CAC, Leaders are open to train someone on Dolby if they don't have experience. Reviews and evaluates hospital Outpatient medical record documentation to assign, sequence, edit and/or validate the appropriate ICD-10-PCS/CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, NCCI, and Coding Modifiers, and Medical Necessity Edits. Applies all appropriate coding guidelines and criteria for code selections. Adheres to Company and Coding Compliance policies and procedures for the assignment of complete, accurate, timely, and consistent codes for diagnoses and procedures.

Supervisor – Coding Manager

Supervises – N/A

POSITION DUTIES:

Using ICD-10-PCS/CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, NCCI, and Coding Modifiers, and Medical Necessity Edits. Assigns, validates, and/or edits codes for the following patient types:

· Coding facility Outpatient Same Day Surgery accounts - all types

· Maintains or exceeds established accuracy standards

· Reviews all official data quality standards, coding guidelines, Company policies and procedures, and clinical/medical resources to assure coding knowledge and skills remain current

· Utilizes the complete medical record documentation in code assignment, validation, and/or editing of codes

· Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”

· Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Coding Technical skills- ICD-10-PCS/CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, NCCI, and Coding Modifiers, and Medical Necessity Edits.

· Organization – establishing courses of action to ensure that work is completed efficiently; proactively prioritizes assignments and keen ability to multi-task

· Customer orientation - establishes and maintains long-term customer relationships, building trust and respect by consistently meeting and exceeding expectations

· Policies & Procedures - articulates knowledge and understanding of organizational policies, procedures and systems

· PC skills - demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and others as required

· Analytical skills – effective evaluation, synthesis and use of information gathered

· Quality Orientation – accomplishing tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful over a period of time

· Work Independently – is self-supporting; not needing to rely on others to complete a job

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

· Remote Workstation – Dual Monitors

· Standard Window PC

· Internet Access with DSL or Cable

· VPN compatibility

· Microsoft Office/Word, Excel, Teams, Power Point

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Must have a High School Diploma; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· 4-year acute care Outpatient Same Day Surgery coding experience required with 1 year of Academic Level I Trauma experience

· Proficient with Facilities Coding Standards.

· CCS, RHIA, RHIT, CCS-P, COC, CPC Credentials required by client.

· Demonstrate intermediate technical coding competency in ICD-10-PCS/CM, CPT-4, HCPCS, NCCI, and Coding Modifiers, and Medical Necessity Edits. Strong communication (written/verbal) with experience in writing queries

· Must be technically savvy.

WORKING HOURS NEEDED:

· M – F 8hrs per day, 40hrs a week, during standard business hours Eastern Hours

· Flexible hours during training and prebill review process

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

· Pay Range: TBD based on experience but very competitive

· Health & Dental

· PTO, Sick Time, 6 paid holidays

· 401K, Weekly Pay

AMN Healthcare Revenue Cycle Solutions is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer We encourage minority and female applicants to apply. AMN Healthcare is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Our commitment to the inclusion of many different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives enables our innovation and leadership in the healthcare services industry. Apply today and one of our team members will be in touch to help you find the role that best fits your skills and goals.

Apply tot his job

Apply To this Job