Full-Time Coder-Physician Practices

Inpatient/Outpatient Coder

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, we are driven by our Mission Statement, "To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care."

Ashe Memorial Hospital is proud to be Voted Ashe's Best Place to Work 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025. Come be a part of our dynamic team; you'll join Ashe's Best Hospital, Best Surgeon, Best Physician, Best Nurse, and Best Medical Practice! This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!

Hours: No Supervisory Responsibilities | No Travel | Pay commensurate with experience

Job Summary

The Inpatient/Outpatient Coder is responsible for accurately coding diseases, operations, and procedures for inpatient and outpatient services in accordance with nationally recognized standards and guidelines. This role involves utilizing the 3M Encoder computer system with ICD-10 CM and CPT coding supplements, reviewing medical documentation, and ensuring precision in coding processes to optimize billing and data quality.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Associate's degree (preferred).

• CCS Certification or CPC Certification (required).

Regulatory Requirements:

• CCS certification (Certified Coding Specialist) or AAPC Certified Professional Coder (CPC) certification (required).
• Two or more years of hospital coding experience (preferred).
• Familiarity with ICD-10 CM coding principles for acute facility and outpatient services (preferred).
• Ability to collaborate with physicians (preferred).

1. Stay updated on coding rule changes and industry updates.
2. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

1. Accurately code inpatient, emergency, outpatient, and clinic records within four days of service alignment with ICD-10 and CPT guidelines.
2. Thoroughly review charts to identify all relevant diagnoses and procedures.
3. Professionally contact physicians for clarification or additional information when needed.
4. Utilize computerized coding and abstracting tools with accuracy and efficiency.
5. Adhere to nationally recognized coding standards and regulations.
6. Ensure recurring charts are coded by the first of each month.
7. Minimize unbilled account errors and delays through thorough review and resolution.
8. Leverage resources such as CPT Assistant to ensure accuracy.
9. Maintain ethical coding practices and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
10. Make independent decisions effectively during daily duties.
11. Ensure data quality and optimize reimbursement under federal and state payment systems.
12. Serve as a coding and medical necessity resource for the hospital staff and physician offices.
13. Maintain working relationships with other departments and medical staff.

We are looking for a candidate who works great as a team player with all departments, staff, and future employees with positive representation of Ashe Memorial Hospital. This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!

Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.

To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

*** Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.***

*For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.

Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.