A Medical Coder organizes and reviews patient medical records and assigns codes for each diagnosis and treatment. Prepares coded information for use by health care insurers or for research. May retrieve information for clinicians and billing offices. Works in healthcare facilities.
Come work at the best place to give and receive care!
Job Description:
Who We Are:
The Revenue Integrity Department at the Elliot Hospital is responsible for the medical coding of our hospital and professional providers. We take pride in our work and observe best practices to ensure accurate, optimal coding. If you are a credentialed coder with strong coding skills, can work in a dynamic and changing environment, and are seeking a change, please consider Coding with our team. Apply today! About the
Job:
The Hospital Inpatient Coder is responsible for accurately assigning ICD-10 and DRG codes to hospital inpatient services in accordance with current coding guidelines, payer requirements, and regulatory requirements. This role supports the integrity of clinical documentation and ensures timely, compliant coding to facilitate optimal reimbursement and minimize denials. The Hospital Inpatient Coder collaborates with providers and coding leadership to resolve coding discrepancies, contribute to quality improvement efforts, and uphold organizational goals related to revenue cycle performance and compliance.
What You'll Do:
Accurately assign ICD-10 and DRG codes to hospital inpatient services in accordance with current coding guidelines, payer policies, and regulatory requirements Interprets office, operative and procedure notes and assigns codes and modifiers for compliance and optimal reimbursement Ensure compliance with all applicable coding standards, organizational protocols, and documentation regulations Maintain a minimum of 95% coding accuracy rate through consistent quality assurance and participation in internal and external audits
Who You Are:
High school diploma or GED 2+ years of medical coding experience, Required Current AHIMA or AAPC Coding Certification(s), Required Experience/knowledge with healthcare coding and documentation audits and appeals Ability to meet deadlines consistently and reliably
Why You'll Love Us:
Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees Short term, long term disability, Accident insurance, & life insurance Tuition Reimbursement Referral bonuses Accrued earned time for full-time & part-time employees 403b Retirement plans, with generous employer contributions And more!
Work Shift:
8-430 - Remote SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SolutionHealth is an integrated health system uniquely focused on providing access to high-value primary and specialty care that meets the growing needs of the communities we serve. Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative models of care and collaboration that improve the health and well-being of more than half of million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always.
