Sr. Certified Coder
About The Position
The Sr. Certified Coder will: In accordance with established coding principals and guidelines assigns appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes to all applicable records - (concurrently/discharge) on patient units. Collaborates with coding supervisor for managing workflow and distribution of discharged records to non-senior coding staff. Responds to inquiries from fellow coders, regarding coding questions or concerns. Collaborates with clinical documentation nursing specialists to ensure quality documentation practices. Assists physicians, hospital personnel and others as needed with coding and billing inquiries. Reports discharged not final billed (DNFB) problems to coding supervisor.
Requirements
- Knowledge of coding systems, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology required.
- A minimum of five (5) years of inpatient coding experience required.
- Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills required.
- Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) required.
Responsibilities
- assigns appropriate diagnosis and procedure codes to all applicable records
- collaborates with coding supervisor for managing workflow and distribution of discharged records to non-senior coding staff
- responds to inquiries from fellow coders, regarding coding questions or concerns
- collaborates with clinical documentation nursing specialists to ensure quality documentation practices
- assists physicians, hospital personnel and others as needed with coding and billing inquiries
- reports discharged not final billed (DNFB) problems to coding supervisor
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- savings accounts
- voluntary benefits
- wellness programs and discounts
- paid life insurance
- generous 401(k) match
- adoption assistance
- back-up daycare
- free onsite parking
- recognition rewards
- fully paid tuition program
- tuition assistance program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
