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HIM Cert Coder, IP

Medical Billing and CodingMedical Billing and CodingFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 10,001+Since 1946H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Illinois

Posted

10 days ago

Salary

$23 - $39 / hour

Seniority

Senior

High SchoolEnglish

Job Description

HIM Cert Coder, IP

Carle Health

• Responsible for accurate and timely coding of hospital inpatient, outpatient and/or professional fee encounters using ICD10/ICDPCS, CPT, or HCPCs codes • Responsible for understanding and applying all regulatory coding guidelines • Develops methodology for a coding process compliant with regulatory agencies • Facilitates optimization of revenue while maintaining compliance standards • Serves as an expert resource regarding various coding systems and regulatory guidelines • Reports documentation and coding improvement needs based on review findings • Performs provider and peer coding audits as requested • Monitors internal controls for coding and billing

Job Requirements

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) from AAPC
  • Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) from AAPC
  • Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) from AAPC
  • Certified Coding Specialist - Physician-Based (CCS-P) from AHIMA
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) from AHIMA
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) from AHIMA
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) from AHIMA
  • Knowledge of ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPC coding rules and guidelines
  • Ability to work with others collaboratively and communicate efficiently both orally and in writing
  • Knowledge of medical science, anatomy, and physiology required
  • Ability to perform computer data entry
  • Experience with encoders or other coding software packages preferred.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package

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