Hospital Outpatient Coder II at Emory Healthcare

Johns Creek, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Jul, 26

Salary

35.74

Posted On

02 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical coding, ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT coding, Ambulatory surgery coding, Gastrointestinal coding, Infusion coding, Observation coding, Clinical documentation improvement, Regulatory compliance, Billing, Data abstraction, HIM systems, CCI edits, Claim rejection management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Overview Be inspired. Be valued. Belong. At Emory Healthcare At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, leadership programs And more Description RESPONSIBILITIES: The Hospital Outpatient Coder Level II uses clinical coding knowledge, based on the Official Coding Guidelines and AHA Coding Clinic, to assign ICD-9/ICD-10 and CPT codes to the highest level of accuracy for each Ambulatory Surgery, Gastrointestinal, Infusion and Observation encounter. Works closely with physicians, clinical documentation improvement specialist, quality, and patient finance staff. Plays a key role in billing, research, internal and external reporting, and regulatory compliance. Follows-up on CCI edits, claim rejections, and other issues impacting facilitation of billing and reimbursement process. Ensures accuracy of APCs and appropriate extraction of core data into HIM abstracting system to data warehouse repository. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or equivalent. Two years acute care outpatient coding with outpatient diagnostic and ED coding. CIRCC preferred or CPC, CPC-H, CCA, RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P certified. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (MediumMax 25lbs): up to 25 lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 25 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock , Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation , Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Responsibilities

The Hospital Outpatient Coder II assigns accurate ICD-9/ICD-10 and CPT codes for various outpatient encounters based on official guidelines. They also facilitate the billing process by managing claim rejections, CCI edits, and collaborating with clinical and financial staff.