Beyond Blue Job Posting Title: HB Outpatient Coder Requisition Number: R-000002917 Department Name: Supervisor, HB Outpatient Coding Work Location: Remote-KY Grade Level: 7 Type of Position: Regular Position Time Status: Full time Shift: Days (United States of America) Job Summary Responsible for coding outpatient hospital services to ensure accurate and timely claim submission. Applies ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS codes based on clinical documentation, adhering to payer and organizational guidelines. Ensures coding quality, compliance, and productivity to support revenue integrity. Essential Functions Assigned accurate diagnoses and procedures for outpatient encounters, including emergency room and office clinic procedures, based on clinical documentation, in compliance ICD-10-CM Official Coding Guidelines. Maintains consistent achievement of departmental productivity and quality standards. Utilizes encoder software efficiently to support accurate APC assignments. Reviews clinical documentation for accuracy and clarity and initiates providers queries to resolve discrepancies or obtain missing information. Resolves claim edits, addresses payer rejections to ensure timely and accurate reimbursement. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s in HIM preferred. Experience Requirement 2–3 years of outpatient coding experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures RHIA Certification, CPMA, Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Professional Coder Apprentice (CPC-A), Certified Coding Associate (CCA), Certified Coding Specialist – Physician-based (CCS‑P), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), or equivalent required. Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs:2. Occasional ( B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs:1. Never C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs:2. Occasional ( E. Sitting at the computer workstation for extended periods:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:2. Occasional ( G. Repetitive motion:3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time) H. Working at heights above 4 feet:1. Never I. Working in confined spaces:1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job:2. Occasional ( K. Job-related travel:2. Occasional ( L. Loud noises:1. Never M. Temperature extremes:1. Never N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:2. Occasional ( O. Radiation:1. Never P. Burns:1. Never Q. Cuts/Punctures:2. Occasional ( R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:2. Occasional ( S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:1. Never T. Combative/violent people:1. Never U. Animal handling (including carcasses):1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. Our Work Experience Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Our growth is creating opportunities! Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. #J-18808-Ljbffr