Certified Coder (PRN)

Responsible for daily coding, auditing and diagnosis-related group (DRG) validation of assigned encounters is accurate and compliant with outpatient standards

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews and provide recommended corrections of billed services for medical records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current coding guidelines and regulations 
• Conduct DRG validation to ensure appropriate assignment based on clinical documentation and coding 
• Review and audit billed services, providing recommended corrections related to clinical documentation to maintain coding integrity 
• Assist in reviewing and responding to payer and governmental audits of billed services 
• Stay current with and apply new coding guidelines and codes, maintaining expertise in CPT, HCPCS, and ICD-10 coding systems 
• Meet established daily accuracy and production standards as per department policy 
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure continuity of services and clarity in clinical documentation 

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED 
• One or more of the following credentials: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) through the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); or Certified Professional Coder (CPC) and Certified Outpatient Coder (COC) through the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) 
• At least 1 year inpatient medical coding with DRG validation work experience 
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills 
• Ability to produce detailed, comprehensive documentation and reports 
• Passing scores on job-related pre-employment assessments 

Preferred

• Experience in coding or medical billing quality control 

Expectations

• Comfortable with remote work arrangements and virtual collaboration tools  
• Physical demands include extended periods of sitting, computer use, and telephone communication 

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