Medical Coder

At our Hospital, we take immense pride in our Promise of taking care of our Healthcare Staff and our Patients. Joining our family of organizations means you'll receive unwavering support in your career, regardless of your role, as we walk alongside you to enable your capacity to care for others. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace values diversity, ensuring that every individual is essential, heard, and respected, while offering best-in-class benefits. Together, our dedicated caregivers extend their expertise across many Hospitals, and a comprehensive range of health and social services. As a comprehensive healthcare organization, we strive to serve more people, advancing best practices and upholding our tradition of over 100 years in serving the needs of the poor and vulnerable. Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Medical Coder to join our healthcare team. As a Medical Coder, you will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely coding of medical diagnoses, procedures, and services. Your expertise in medical coding guidelines, documentation analysis, and coding systems will be crucial in supporting billing accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations. With a focus on precision and data integrity, you will contribute to the smooth functioning of our healthcare organization and facilitate the appropriate reimbursement for medical services provided. Responsibilities: Medical Coding and Documentation: Assign appropriate diagnosis codes (ICD-10-CM) and procedure codes (CPT/HCPCS) to medical records and encounters. Review and analyze clinical documentation to ensure accurate code assignment and appropriate documentation specificity. Compliance and Regulatory Adherence: Stay current with coding guidelines and regulations to ensure compliance with healthcare coding standards. Implement coding changes based on updates and revisions to coding systems. Coding Audits and Quality Assurance: Conduct periodic coding audits to identify coding errors or discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. Participate in quality assurance programs to maintain accurate and consistent coding practices. Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with healthcare providers, billing specialists, and other healthcare professionals to resolve coding-related issues and discrepancies. Communicate coding updates and changes to the healthcare team effectively. Data Entry and Reporting: Accurately enter coded data into electronic health records (EHR) and billing systems. Generate coding-related reports and statistics to support decision-making and revenue cycle management. Working Environment: As a Medical Coder, you will work in a healthcare setting, such as a hospital, clinic, or healthcare billing company. The role typically involves daytime hours, and you may work in an office or remotely, depending on the organization's setup. Your expertise in medical coding will contribute to the accurate and efficient processing of medical data and billing, ensuring compliance with coding guidelines and supporting the financial well-being of our healthcare organization. Join our team of dedicated professionals and be an essential part of our healthcare organization's success in providing quality healthcare services and maintaining accurate coding practices. Apply now and play a significant role in the accurate and efficient coding of medical records and billing processes. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in Health Information Management or related field is preferred. Certified Professional Coder (CPC) or similar coding certification is highly desirable. Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical coding in a healthcare setting. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPCS coding systems, and medical terminology. Familiarity with coding software and electronic health records (EHR) systems. Attention to detail and accuracy in coding assignments. Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement and billing processes. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to confidentiality and adherence to ethical coding practices. Additional Information Medical, dental and vision insurance Basic and supplemental life insurances and AD&D Disability benefits 401(k)plan All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. By clicking the link above or any third-party link within this posting, you are leaving this site and going to a third-party website where the third-party website's terms and privacy policy apply Job Location #J-18808-Ljbffr Trinitas Human Capital Solutions