Certified Outpatient Medical Coder - PRN - Remote
Description
Why should you want to work for MGRMC? You want a positive work environment and a dedicated group of co-workers! As one of the largest employers in Graham County, MGRMC has both the stability that comes with success and the values you can be proud to represent. MGRMC offers a stable career option in a rural area having opened our doors in 1973. Your journey with us began the moment you made the choice to seek a career with MGRMC. Whether you are just beginning your career or your career pathway that has spanned 30 years, MGRMC may offer you a rewarding career option.
As an employee of MGRMC, you also have responsibilities to the organization by demonstrating your commitment to MGRMC’s Mission, Vision and Values. Additionally, you're expected to exhibit the values of MGRMC through the actions and behaviors you demonstrate to patients, their family members, your team and colleagues each day. You will find doing so is easy at an employer that takes care of you! MGRMC offers competitive non rural wages based on years of experience, some of the best benefits in the area and a bright future! Review the job summary below to see if this position fits you!
Requirements
Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Coding Manager, The Outpatient Coder is responsible for accurately coding data following the Official International Classification of Diseases (ICD)-10-Clinical Modification (CM), Current Procedural Terminology (CPT), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) Guidelines for Coding and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) directives for Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH). Performs data entry of required abstracted patient information into the electronic medical record system. Queries physicians when appropriate. This position must be proficient in Profee coding, and regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Proof of highest level of education completed but not less than high school education or equivalent.
- 3 yrs of Profee coding
- An AAPC or AHIMA certification to include CAH-BS, CCS, CPC, or CIC.
- At least 2 years of active coding experience in: Facility Outpatient Coding, and Compliant Query practices.
- Knowledge of coding compliance policies, official coding guidelines, regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures affecting the coding process
- Demonstrated knowledge coding diagnoses, operations, and non-operative procedures utilizing the ICD10-CM and CPT coding systems.
- Demonstrated knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, statistics, and computer skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of MGRMC staff and support personnel required.
- Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
- An understanding of computer systems, process design and data management.
- Must have a well-groomed, professional appearance.
- Must have the mental and physical ability to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential functions of the job.
- Ability to lift, carry, pull, & push 50 pounds.
- Language proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal fluency.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous Meditech experience or other related electronic records systems.
Summary
Traci Johns
1600 S. 20th Ave. Safford, AZ 85546
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (928) 651-4694
Must be 18+, high school diploma or equivalent, 3 years Profee coding, AAPC or AHIMA certification (CAH-BS, CCS, CPC, or CIC), 2 years active facility outpatient coding and compliant query experience, English fluency, ability to lift 50 pounds.
Key Responsibilities
- coding medical records
- entering patient data
- querying physicians
Skills & Tools
Meditech, electronic medical record system
Job Details
- Category: Healthcare Services - Allied Health
- Seniority: Mid Level
- Commitment: Part Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Salary: USD 45,760 – 61,526 / year
- Languages: English
About Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center
A regional medical center providing healthcare services in Graham County. — Industry: Healthcare