Coder III

Job Overview Under general supervision, collects data by abstracting, assessing and analyzing demographic and clinical information to accurately assign the appropriate ICD‑10‑CM and CPT codes. Education Associate’s Degree preferred. Experience At least 3 years of CPT and ICD‑10‑CM coding experience with certification. 3 years of radiology/interventional radiology coding and charging experience preferred. Knowledge of specialty coding including wound care. Other combinations of formal education, training and experience may be considered. Skills Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of Radiology, Interventional Radiology and wound care coding. Knowledge of coding guidelines as set forth by Official Coding Guidelines, Coding Clinic. Ability to keep current with recent trends within the industry. Skill in using computers and software applications. Ability to interpret medical terminology to code records using the International Classification of Diseases and CPT coding systems. Licensures, Certifications RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCS‑P, CPC, COC, or CPC‑H required; CIRCC certification preferred. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Collect accurate data and report clinical and demographic information to ensure data integrity throughout the institution. Retrieve and verify information necessary for accurate coding, using the appropriate information system to assign diagnoses and procedure codes for final billing. Conduct charging audits, review reports, and edit charges appropriately. Relay information to the Outpatient Coding Supervisor that may affect billing, reimbursement, or statistics. Perform required daily account productivity, including accurate documentation and reporting of activity. Maintain a data quality standard of 95% accuracy on coding and charging. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, walk, concentrate and pay close attention to detail. Pay Range $27.32 - $44.80 per hour. Final salary offer will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs. Equal Employment Opportunity GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)