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Senior Hospital Coder

Medical Billing and CodingMedical Billing and CodingFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 10,001+Since 1942H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Louisiana

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

High School3 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Senior Hospital Coder

Ochsner Health

• Reviews and codes complex hospital services and in-patient procedures • Utilizes coding guidelines to assign ICD and CPT codes • Ensures compliance with Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer guidelines • Collaborates with the Clinical Documentation Improvement team • Ensures accurate DRG assignment and works closely with management to resolve problems

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of AHIMA accredited coding program with certification preferred
  • 3 years coding experience
  • Certification as a CCS, CIC, RHIA, or RHIT required
  • Knowledge of ICD-9-CM, ICD-10, and coding principles
  • Computer skills, proficiency with Windows-style applications and various software packages specific to role

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible working schedule

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