5 Outpatient Coder I Jobs in Scarborough, ME
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MaineHealth is Hiring an Outpatient Coder I Near Scarborough, ME
Summary
- Position Summar
- This is a 100% Remote Position
- This is the first level of a 4-tier career path. Under the general direction of the Coding Director, this position is responsible for the accurate assignment of ICD-9-CM (ICD-10-CM) and CPT-4 coding of diagnoses and procedures for outpatient medical records including Outpatient Hospital Clinics, ASU, IV Therapy, Emergency Department and other areas as needed; abstracting to determine accuracy and completeness of the outpatient record utilizing 3M Coding Reimbursement and/or Optum, and Epic Systems to compile data. The Coder I evaluates medical necessity and Correct Coding Initiative edits and resolves them. Data reported is used to meet licensure requirements, statistical purposes and reimbursement purposes.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Associates degree in a science field strongly preferred with completion of an accredited program through AHIMA or AAPC.
- License/Certifications: CCA, CCS, RHIT, RHIA and/or Certified Professional Coder (CPC), or CPC-A credential required.
- Experience: Completion of the MH Coder I apprenticeship program or 1-2 years' experience coding in an outpatient setting using 3M Coding and/or Optum Reimbursement encoder and CAC products. Utilization of Epic EMR system is preferred.
- Proficiencies: Demonstrated, applied knowledge of ICD-9-CM (ICD-10-CM) and CPT-4 coding guidelines and principles required.
- Specialized Knowledge: Ability to apply broad guidelines to specific coding situations, independently, utilizing discretion and a significant level of analytical ability. Good understanding of Anatomy and Physiology as well as Pharmacology.
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With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
Additional Information
MaineHealth is a health system whose members and affiliates include hospitals, physician practices, long-term care facilities, home care agencies, and support services. Learn more about this system at www.mainehealth.orgJob Summary
Full Time
Hospital
$64k-84k (estimate)
03/24/2023
05/23/2024
mainehealth.org
PORTLAND, ME
3,000 - 7,500
1976
NGO/NPO/NFP/Organization/Association
ANDREW T MUELLER
$1B - $3B
Hospital
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About MaineHealth
Maine Medical Center owns and operates a chain of hospitals in the United States.
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