Coder (Inpatient) (Remote)

Job Purpose:

An exciting opportunity exists for an Inpatient Remote Medical Coder with Medical Reimbursement (a division of Coronis Health).  The Inpatient Medical Coder plays a critical role in the healthcare revenue cycle by reviewing, analyzing, and accurately coding diagnostic and procedural information to determine Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance payments.  The ideal Inpatient Coders will have prior training both in-class and on-the-job, and a broad understanding of medical terms related to anatomy, biology, and pharmacology.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Code Medical Records: Assign and sequence ICD-10-CM, CPT, HCPS, DRG and PCS assignment codes to diagnosis and procedures based on documented information.
• Validity Assurance: Ensure the final diagnoses and operative procedures, as stated by the physician, are valid and complete.
• Information Abstraction: Abstract all necessary information and assign codes that most accurately describe each documented diagnosis, surgical procedure, and special therapy or procedure following established guidelines.
• Auditing documentation: Perform a comprehensive review of medical records, verifying patient and record identification, required signatures and dates, as well as other necessary data to validate documentation supports services rendered.
• Consistency Evaluation: Evaluate the record for documentation consistency and adequacy.
• E&M Level Analysis: Analyze provider documentation to ensure appropriate Evaluation & Management (E&M) levels are assigned using the correct CPT code as needed.
• Identity discrepancies: analyze, recommend, and facilitating plan of action to correct discrepancies and prevent future coding errors.
• Ability to write queries that are appropriate to case and are non-leading.
• Experience using 3M and EPIC

Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Two years of coding experience.
• Certification: AAPC: CPC, CIC, or COC

AHIMA: CCS or CCS-P certification required.

Physical Requirements:

• The following physical requirements are representative of the capabilities necessary to perform essential job functions:
• Ability to sit, talk, and hear for extended periods.
• Regular to seldom basis standing, walking, pushing/pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Frequent repetitive hand motions including fingering, grasping, and handling.
• Ability to read handwritten and typed documents on paper and/or computer screens.

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Benefits:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.

Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.

Paid time off and holidays.

Professional development opportunities.

Employee assistance program.

The Coronis Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.