Inpatient Hospital Coder, Remote, Baptist Metro Square

Job Summary

Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville is currently hiring for a Full-time Inpatient Hospital Coder to join our Appeals & Denials Department at Baptist Metro Square!

The Inpatient Hospital Coder Responsibilities include:

• This role is responsible for correctly identifying and assigning diagnosis and procedure codes using the ICD-10-CM/PCS Classification System to each patient's account for optimization in accordance with State and Federal requirements on Inpatient accounts.

• Be knowledgeable of CPT coding classification, edit resolution and assigning CPT -4 codes on Observation accounts when applicable.

• Verifies and submits abstracted information to the billing system for claim submission.

• Must efficiently complete this activity for 100% of discharged accounts daily to maintain the Coding A/R goals set forth.

• Works ACHA, DNFB and Post Bill Error reports, such as A/B rebills, Claim Edits and Denials when applicable.

• Advises and coordinates with Management, CDI and HIM on coding documentation.

• Provides support to Coders, CDI and other staff via mentorship, and possess auditing and training skills.

• Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Must be focused and detailed oriented and have effective time management skills.

• Proficient in basic computer skills and able to utilize a computerized encoder and EHR.

Education and Certification Requirements:

High School Diploma Required

Associates Degree Preferred

Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AHIMA Preferred

Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA Preferred

Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA Preferred

Experience Requirements:

3-5 Years Experience in an Acute Care Setting Required

3- 5 Years Coding Knowledge Required

3-5 Years Experience working in an Acute Care setting Required

Candidate must reside in the following approved states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wyoming.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today!

Education Required

High School

Experience

• Coding Knowledge
• Experience in an Acute Care Setting
• Experience working in an Acute Care setting
• Knowledge base in Physiology
• Knowledge base in Coding Clinic Guidelines
• Knowledge base in Anatomy

License and Certification

• Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - AHIMA
• Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - AHIMA
• Driver's License - DMV
• Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - AHIMA

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