Outpatient Coding Specialist - Remote

Broward Health Corporate ISC

Shift: Shift 1

FTE: 0.010000

Requisition:  34527

Summary:
Reviews medical record documentation to assign ICD-10-CM diagnoses and CPT-4 codes for outpatient encounters to ensure proper coding billing and compliance. Codes according to regulatory guidelines as well as organizational policies.

Job Posting: Outpatient Coding Specialist – REMOTE (MUST RESIDE IN FL)

Position Type: Per Diem (Pool)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Outpatient Coder with specialized knowledge of Ambulatory Surgery and Observation coding.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of outpatient hospital services ambulatory surgical procedures observation stays and applicable reimbursement regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Code ambulatory surgery cases including surgical procedures diagnostic services and applicable ancillary services.
• Code observation encounters ensuring accurate diagnosis sequencing and appropriate reporting of services.
• Apply National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) edits modifiers and other applicable coding rules.
• Review documentation for completeness medical necessity and coding accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

o One year Outpatient coding experience withing the prior three years in an acute care facility or ambulator surgery center.

• Education:
• Associate's degree in Health Information Management or successful completion of a Technical School Coding Training Program required.
• Certifications (Preferred):
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC) Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) or Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) upon hire is preferred.

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*Bonus Exclusions may apply in accordance with policy HR-004-026

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