CODING SPECIALIST - OUTPATIENT

$39,520 - $58,240/Yr

Calverthealth - Prince Frederick, MD

Full-time - Entry Level

Prince Frederick, MD

About the position

The Coding Specialist - Outpatient is responsible for coding and abstracting outpatient medical records in compliance with established coding conventions and guidelines. This role requires a strong understanding of health information management and coding practices, as well as effective communication skills to interact with clinical and non-clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Code and abstract outpatient medical records according to established guidelines.
• Maintain unit-specific and hospital competencies and mandatory learning requirements.
• Complete and submit physician queries as appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with clinical and non-clinical staff, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills necessary for the position.
• Work independently and prioritize tasks to produce quality work in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Health Information Management (HIM) or Coding, preferred.
• AHIMA Certifications (RHIA, RHIT, CCS, CCS-P) or AAPC Certifications (CPC, CPC-H) required upon hire/transfer or within 12 months of hire/transfer.
• 1+ years of outpatient facility coding or related experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Pathophysiology, disease processes, Pharmacology, and Medical Terminology.
• Familiarity with Meditech and 3M Coding and Reimbursement System, preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• 360 Encompass experience, a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance options for individuals and families
• Dental and prescription coverage
• Supplemental vision benefits
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage
• Supplemental Life insurance
• Six paid holidays
• Education assistance
• 30-minute paid break for every 8-hour shift
• Free parking
• Discounted meals
• Options for FSA/HSA
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued hourly
• 403(b) Plan with employer match