• Oversees office operations, assists in administering personnel related duties, and acts as the liaison with hospital staff. • Coordinates the daily work of subordinate staff and resolves coding problems. • Performs duties with an advanced knowledge of department coding policies and procedures. • Supports priorities assigned by designated leader. • Acts as a resource to staff. • Serves as a focal point for answering questions and solving problems for subordinate staff and researching coding questions on difficult records. • Keeps current on relevant areas of knowledge. • Ensures accuracy of coding by performing ongoing data quality checks on Coding staff and reporting findings. • Ensures corrections are made, and analyzes data output to identify coding problems and participates in corrective action as needed. • Responds to non-routine and complex requests, inquiries or problems. • Resolves complex problems that require a high level of expertise and knowledge of clinical coding, charge capture, charge entry, and systems. • Investigates and resolves matters of significance on behalf of designated leader. • Assists in personnel related matters such as time reporting, preparing performance evaluations, and interviewing applicants. • Trains new staff and assigns work. • Coordinates daily staff assignments and assigns staff to accommodate daily office priorities to ensure quantity goals. • Cultivates and maintains professional relationships with internal customers and external vendors.

• Functions as an advanced coder in the abstraction and in-depth analysis of a variety of medical documentation and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies. • Analyzes, enters and manipulates database. • Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information. • Uses thorough knowledge of coding systems and system logic to review codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assign codes through medical record documentation in accordance with universally recognized coding guidelines. • Reviews and resolves coding denials. • Resolves problems with claims having errors related to improper coding and provides feedback for correction and follow-up. • Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy. • Performs system edit checks and corrects errors as needed. • Responds to coding information requests from various sources. • Communicates document improvement opportunities and coding issues to providers, department, and/or designated leader for follow up and resolution. • Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or incomplete.

• Functions as an advanced coder in the abstraction and in-depth analysis of a variety of medical documentation and assigns appropriate procedural terminology and medical codes in accordance with applicable coding rules and policies • Analyzes, enters and manipulates database • Responds to or clarifies internal requests for medical information • Uses thorough knowledge of coding systems and system logic to review codes created by electronic charge capture and/or assign codes through medical record documentation in accordance with universally recognized coding guidelines • Reviews and resolves coding denials • Resolves problems with claims having errors related to improper coding and provides feedback for correction and follow-up • Abstracts data and reviews codes for accuracy • Performs system edit checks and corrects errors as needed • Responds to coding information requests from various sources • Communicates document improvement opportunities and coding issues to providers, department, and/or designated leader for follow up and resolution • Consults with internal customers and external vendors to obtain greater specificity and/or clarification when documentation appears inconsistent or incomplete • Other duties as assigned.

Role Description Looking for a motivated, experienced Trauma, GI, and/or Surgery Physician Coder to join our talented team. This position covers Trauma, Gastro and General Surgery. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in General Surgical Coding. This position focuses on E&M (including split shared), surgeries and Critical Care coding. This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: - AK - AL - AR - AZ - CA - CO - FL - GA - IA - ID - IN - KS - KY - LA - MI - MN - MO - MS - NC - NH - ND - NE - NM - NV - NY - OH - OK - OR - PA - SC - TN - TX - UT - VA - WA - WI - WV - WY Evaluates medical records, provides clinical and surgical abstraction and assigns appropriate clinical diagnosis and procedure codes in accordance with nationally recognized coding guidelines. Core Functions - Analyzes medical information from medical records and accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information. - Consults with medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate record information. - Provides thorough, timely and accurate coding in accordance with department specific productivity and quality standards. - Codes ICD CM and CPT4 for accurate APC assignment. - Addresses National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits as appropriate. - Reconciliation of charges as required. - Abstracts clinical diagnoses, procedure codes and documents other pertinent information obtained from the medical record. - Seeks out missing information and creates complete records. - Refers inconsistent patient treatment information/documentation to coding quality analysts, supervisor or individual department for clarification/additional information. - Provides quality assurance for medical records. - Assures compliance with coding rules and regulations according to regulatory agencies. - Compiles daily and monthly reports; tabulates data from medical records for research or analysis purposes. - Works independently under regular supervision. - Uses specialized knowledge for accurate assignment of ICD/CPT codes according to national guidelines. Qualifications - High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to the two year certification course in medical record keeping principles and practices. - Requires at least one of the following certifications: - Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P) - Certified Coding Associate (CCA) - Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A) - Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Six months providing professional coding services or other related healthcare experience within a broad range of health care facilities. - Must demonstrate a level of knowledge and understanding of ICD and CPT coding principles. - Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a remote setting. Requirements - Minimum 1 year recent experience in Gen Surg, Trauma, and/or GI coding. - Experience with split shared EM coding a plus, as well as experience with Trauma (academic). - Must be currently certified through AAPC or Ahima. - This is a Trauma and Surgical role, requiring more than a CPC-A level certification. Benefits - Flexible scheduling after training completed. - Estimated Pay Range: $23.16 - $34.74 / hour. - Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. Company Description Banner Health recently earned Great Place To Work® Certification™. This recognition reflects our investment in workplace excellence and the happiness, satisfaction, wellbeing and fulfilment of our team members. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader.