This position is responsible for reviewing and accurately coding professional services, including evaluation and management, procedures, and hospital outpatient surgeries/procedures and observation patients. The role ensures conformance with applicable Medicare, Medicaid, and third‑party payer guidelines to support accurate reimbursement. Specialty General surgery/trauma specialty required. Education Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Completion of an accredited AHIMA/AAPC coding program with certification. Work Experience Required: 1 year of coding experience. Certifications Preferred: Recognized certification by AHIMA or AAPC. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Must be proficient with Windows‑style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Knowledge of ICD‑9‑CM, ICD‑10, CPT, HCPCS and coding principles. Excellent decision making, problem solving, analytical and quality management skills. Job Duties Accurately assigns ICD‑10, CPT and/or HCPCS codes within established coding guidelines, rules and regulations. Types of coding may include but are not limited to professional surgical coding, including coding and reviewing of CPT procedure codes; hospital coding in the outpatient departments and observation units, including diagnosis and CPT procedure coding of procedures. Ensures the data integrity of coded patient records by reviewing the medical documentation and validating that documentation is sufficient to support the assigned codes. Acts as a resource by researching patient accounts in response to questions and/or errors. Consistently complies with established department productivity and accuracy standards. Communicates with providers for clarification or requests additional documentation as needed. Works in collaboration with team members and other departments to meet departmental monthly goals, which may include one or more of the following: DNFB, Pre‑AR, denials, and claim edits. Verifies correct discharge disposition when appropriate based on medical documentation. Other related duties as required. Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr