UF Health

In Patient Coder (Remote) | Health Information & Record Management | Full Time | Variable Shift


PayCompetitive
LocationLeesburg/Florida
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: 37582
      Overview

      FTE: 1.0

      Remote - Authorized remote work states - FL, GA, MO, PA, NC, SC, TN and TX

      This position is designated as "remote". However, the new hire will need to come for onboarding and hospital orientation in person.


      Responsibilities

      Position Summary:


      The Coder III is responsible for evaluating and assigning the appropriate ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes, and abstracting pertinent clinical information for bill preparation for the following patient types: Inpatient, Rehabilitation, and select Coder II functions as outlined in the Coding Policy and Procedure Manual.

      This position is also accountable for researching and resolving coding and billing issues, as well as analyzing medical records for completeness, consistency, and compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.


      Qualifications

      Education:

      • Post High School Special Training

      Licensure/Certification/Registration:

      • AAPC or AHIMA Medical Coding Certification

      Experience:

      • Minimum of 6 months Inpatient Coding experience (requirement consistent across all facilities)

      • Minimum of 1 year experience in acute care coding, including Medicare, MS-DRGs, and APR-DRGs

      Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training:

      • Knowledge of basic and advanced ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding instructions

      • Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

      • Verifiable training in coding systems, advanced medical and anatomical terminology, clinical theory, and reimbursement principles (through college courses, hospital in-service, and/or approved seminars)

      • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English


      Education:

      • Post High School Special Training

      Licensure/Certification/Registration:

      • AAPC or AHIMA Medical Coding Certification

      Experience:

      • Minimum of 6 months Inpatient Coding experience (requirement consistent across all facilities)

      • Minimum of 1 year experience in acute care coding, including Medicare, MS-DRGs, and APR-DRGs

      Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training:

      • Knowledge of basic and advanced ICD-9-CM and CPT-4 coding instructions

      • Strong understanding of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology

      • Verifiable training in coding systems, advanced medical and anatomical terminology, clinical theory, and reimbursement principles (through college courses, hospital in-service, and/or approved seminars)

      • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English


      Position Summary:


      The Coder III is responsible for evaluating and assigning the appropriate ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT-4, and HCPCS codes, and abstracting pertinent clinical information for bill preparation for the following patient types: Inpatient, Rehabilitation, and select Coder II functions as outlined in the Coding Policy and Procedure Manual.

      This position is also accountable for researching and resolving coding and billing issues, as well as analyzing medical records for completeness, consistency, and compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

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