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Remote- Outpatient Same Day Surgery Facility Medical Coder

1+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 13, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Description for Outpatient Same Day Surgery Facility Medical Coder

Position: Outpatient Same Day Surgery Facility Medical Coder
Company: AQuity Solutions, an IKS Health Company
Location: Remote
Pay: $26-$28/hr (based on experience, location, education, and certifications)

About IKS Health:
IKS Health provides solutions for healthcare providers by optimizing clinical, operational, and administrative tasks through technology-enhanced services in medical coding, clinical documentation, and revenue integrity.

Position Overview:
The Outpatient Same Day Surgery Facility Medical Coder is responsible for coding and abstracting patient records for outpatient surgical cases using ICD-10-CM, CPT, and CPS coding systems. This role involves precise code assignment following a comprehensive review of each medical record, with consistent performance in productivity and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform coding and abstracting for outpatient same-day surgical records based on UHDDS guidelines.
  • Assign principal and additional diagnoses and procedures, ensuring DRG accuracy.
  • Use AQuity applications to enter charts coded in real-time and solicit physician clarification for ambiguous documentation.
  • Participate in coding education, industry forums, and Coding Roundtables to share knowledge and current coding topics.
  • Maintain coding credentials and complete assigned educational modules.
  • Ensure a high level of coding accuracy, productivity, and professional communication.

Qualifications:

  • Experience: Minimum 3 years of facility surgical coding experience, with knowledge of NCCI, MUE edits, Medicare Guidelines, and modifier usage.
  • Education: Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, surgical technology, and disease processes.
  • Certifications: CCS or COC required.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  • Skills: High coding accuracy, attention to detail, and effective communication skills.

Working Environment:
Remote position requiring extended computer-based work and phone calls.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
AQuity Solutions offers equal employment opportunities, ensuring a nondiscriminatory environment.