[Hiring] Professional Coder GI Trauma Surgery @Banner Health

Role Description

Looking for a motivated, experienced Trauma, GI, and/or Surgery Physician Coder to join our talented team. This position covers Trauma, Gastro and General Surgery. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in General Surgical Coding. This position focuses on E&M (including split shared), surgeries and Critical Care coding.

POSITION SUMMARY: Evaluates medical records, provides clinical and surgical abstraction and assigns appropriate clinical diagnosis and procedure codes in accordance with nationally recognized coding guidelines.

Core Functions

• Analyzes medical information from medical records. Accurately codes diagnostic and procedural information in accordance with national coding guidelines and appropriate reimbursement requirements.
• Consults with medical providers to clarify missing or inadequate record information and to determine appropriate diagnostic and procedure codes.
• Provides thorough, timely and accurate coding in accordance to department specific productivity and quality standards.
• Codes ICD CM and CPT4 for accurate APC assignment. Addresses National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits as appropriate.
• Reconciliation of charges as required.
• Abstracts clinical diagnoses, procedure codes and documents other pertinent information obtained from the medical record into the electronic medical records.
• Seeks out missing information and creates complete records, including items such as disease and procedure codes, discharge disposition, date of surgery, attending physician, consulting physicians, surgeons and anesthesiologists, and appropriate signatures/authorizations.
• Refers inconsistent patient treatment information/documentation to coding quality analysts, supervisor or individual department for clarification/additional information for accurate code assignment.
• Provides quality assurance for medical records. Assures compliance with coding rules and regulations according to regulatory agencies.
• As assigned, compiles daily and monthly reports; tabulates data from medical records for research or analysis purposes.
• Works independently under regular supervision. Uses specialized knowledge for accurate assignment of ICD/CPT codes according to national guidelines.
• May seek guidance for correct interpretation of coding guidelines and LCDs (Local Coverage Determinations).

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge and specialized formal training equivalent to the two year certification course in medical record keeping principles and practices, anatomy, physiology, pathology, medical terminology, standard nomenclature, and classification of diagnoses and operations, or an Associate’s degree in a related health care field.
• Requires at least one of the following:
  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC)
  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS)
  • Certified Coding Specialist – Physician (CCS-P)
  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA)
  • Certified Professional Coder – Apprentice (CPC-A)
  • Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA)
  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT)
• Six months providing professional coding services or other related healthcare experience within a broad range of health care facilities.
• Must demonstrate a level of knowledge and understanding of ICD and CPT coding principles as recommended by the American Health Information Management Association coding competencies.
• Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a remote setting, utilizing common office programs, coding software and abstracting systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year recent experience in Gen Surg, Trauma, and/or GI coding (clearly reflected in your attached resume).
• Experience with split shared EM coding a plus, as well as experience with Trauma (academic).
• Must be currently certified through AAPC or Ahima, as defined in minimum qualifications.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position and available if you live in the following states only: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, ND, NE, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV & WY.

Estimated Pay Range

$23.16 - $34.74 / hour. Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.