2 coder ii jobs found in Cordele, GA

DEPARTMENT: CODING FACILITY: Tift Regional Medical Center WORK TYPE: Full Time SHIFT: Daytime HOURS: SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Coding Supervisors and Manger, the Coder III assigns codes to discharge records for inpatients, outpatients and emergency room patients based on diagnoses and operative procedures. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Selection/sequencing of principal and secondary diagnosis done correctly at least 98% of the time. * Uses manual or computer encoder for appropriate coding system (ICD-9-CM or CPT) to assign code to completely describe physician documentation of diagnosis or procedure. * If diagnosis is unclear, contacts documentation specialists for query. * Ensures corrections made by physician and other medical personnel are properly recorded and complete. * Enters coded information in computer system for billing purposes. * Meets minimum standard of 98% productivity requirements. * Assists case managers in coding and reimbursement...

Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (Required) Vocational / Technical Degree (Preferred) 2 year / Associate Degree in Health Information Management (Preferred) Work Experience 2 - 3 years Diagnosis and CPT coding in a clinic, business, or revenue cycle environment or any combination thereof. (Preferred) 2 - 3 years Broad knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Required Certifications/Licensures: Coding Certification (CPC or CCS) Preferred Certifications/Licensures: CPMA Essential Functions CODING SKILLS: Review medical records to assign ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS Level II codes and modifiers for accurate primary and multi-specialty billing. Provides analysis and education on coding trends and changes in payer policies to providers and staff. CODING REVENUE CYCLE SKILLS: Review claim denials for coding issues, interpret payer guidelines, and assist insurance collectors with resolution for proper reimbursement....