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Medical Records Coder II-Ophthalmology
Location
United States
Posted
7 days ago
Salary
$10K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Medical Records Coder II-Ophthalmology
Duke Health
Role Description The Medical Records Coder II is a certified coder responsible for coordinating and reviewing the work of subordinate employees and assisting with training and continuing education programs. The role involves coding medical records utilizing ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding conventions, ensuring specificity of diagnoses, procedures, and appropriate reimbursement for hospital and/or professional charges. - Review complex medical records and accurately code primary/secondary diagnoses and procedures using ICD-10-CM and/or CPT coding conventions. - Coordinate and review the work of designated employees. - Ensure quality and quantity of work through regular audits. - Assist with research, development, and presentation of continuing education programs. - Consult with and educate physicians on coding practices and conventions. - Communicate with nursing and ancillary services for needed documentation. - Maintain understanding of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and surgical techniques. - Assist with special projects as required. - Perform other related duties incidental to the work described. Qualifications - High school diploma required. - Must hold one of the following active/current certifications: - Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - Homecare Coding Specialist-Diagnosis (HCS-D) Requirements - RHIA certification - no experience required. - RHIT certification - no experience required. - CCS certification - one year of coding experience required. - CPC or HCS-D certification - two years of coding experience required. Benefits - Now offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus that will pay out in 4 equal installments over 24 months—6-month increments. Company Description Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes.
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