Inpatient Corporate Coder - Remote based in the US

Job Overview

The Corporate Coder (“CC”) functions under the direction of the Health Information Corporate Coding Manager. The CC is responsible for accurate coding and abstracting of clinical information from the medical record.

The CC is responsible for maintaining standards for coding data quality and integrity, as well as productivity within established guidelines.

Job Description

Accurately and productively code/abstract patient health documentation for Tenet facilities. Utilize coding abilities to review flagged cases, in CARDS and RevInt for coding accuracy.

Assisting in coding quality reviews/audits and second level reviews as needed. Attends Tenet coding educations and maintains coding credentials. Required: High school graduate or equivalent is required 1-3 years inpatient coding experience.

Skilled and working knowledge of MS Office suite. Strong technical background and electronic medical record experience.

Successful completion of at least one AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) certified program with achievement of the correlating professional credential preferred (RHIA, RHIT, and / or CCS, etc. ).

Preferred: Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Health Information, Nursing, or other related field preferred. Years of coding experience would be considered in lieu of educational requirements. 3+ years of inpatient coding experience.

Coding experience in a large, complex health system. A pre-employment coding proficiency assessment will be administered. Compensation Pay: $26. 40 to $38. 00 per hour. Compensation depends on location, qualifications, and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• The Corporate Coder (“CC”) functions under the direction of the Health Information Corporate Coding Manager.
• The CC is responsible for accurate coding and abstracting of clinical information from the medical record.
• The CC is responsible for maintaining standards for coding data quality and integrity, as well as productivity within established guidelines.
• The CC is responsible for coding of Tenet facilities as assigned, assisting with productive coding to maintain DNFC, assisting with quality chart reviews, assisting with the training of new CC’s and/or other projects where indicated.
• Successful completion of at least one AHIMA (American Health Information Management Association) certified program with achievement of the correlating professional credential preferred (RHIA, RHIT, and / or CCS, etc.).
• Management level positions may be eligible for sign-on and relocation bonuses.
• Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing.
• Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Required: High school graduate or equivalent is required 1-3 years inpatient coding experience.
• Skilled and working knowledge of MS Office suite.
• Strong technical background and electronic medical record experience.
• Years of coding experience would be considered in lieu of educational requirements.
• 3+ years of inpatient coding experience.
• Coding experience in a large, complex health system.
• Compensation depends on location, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits and Perks

• Management level positions may be eligible for sign-on and relocation bonuses.
• Benefits The following benefits are available, subject to employment status: Medical, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, and life insurance Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) Discretionary 401k match 10 paid holidays per year Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.
• Paid sick leave and other leave benefits are provided in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as Remote USA with location information shown as Remote USA. The employment type is Full Time.

About the Company

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