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MaineHealth is Hiring an Outpatient Coder II Near Scarborough, ME
Summary
- Position Summary
- This is a 100% Remote Position
- This is the second 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 in multiple different outpatient settings including Outpatient Hospital Clinics, ASU, OBSV, interventional radiology/cardiac cath/angiography records, Provider Based Clinics (inclusive of E/M, Coding for both inpatient and outpatient professional procedures), IV therapy, Emergency department and other areas as needed. Position includes performing abstracting to determine accuracy and completeness of the outpatient record, utilizing the 3M Coding Reimbursement and/or Optum and Epic EMR systems to compile data. The Coder II evaluates medical necessity and Correct Coding Initiative edits and resolves them accurately. Data reported is used to meet licensure requirements, statistical purposes and reimbursement purposes.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Associates degree in science field strongly preferred with completion of an accredited program through AHIMA or AAPC.
- License/Certifications: RHIT, RHIA, CCS, CCA, CPC, CPC-H, or CIRCC credential required.
- Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of multi-specialty, preferably surgical coding experience, with CPT/ICD-9-CM/HCPCS/modifier coding for physician professional charges and a minimum of two (2) years' experience in an acute care facility as a Clinical Coder I. Required experience coding E/M's, Outpatient Hospital Clinics, OBV, ASU, Professional Surgical CPT's, ED's, interventional radiology, cardiac cath/angiography, and simple visit coding.
- Proficiencies: Demonstrated knowledge of ICD-9-CM (ICD-10-CM/PCS), CPT-4 and HCPCS coding guidelines and principles required. Employee has the ability to demonstrate competence and knowledge-base through the utilization of a standardized test with a minimum of 95% accuracy while meeting productivity requirements.
- Specialized Knowledge: Strong ability to apply broad guidelines to specific coding situations, independently, utilizing discretion and a significant level of analytical ability.
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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
$59k-77k (estimate)
06/23/2023
04/29/2024
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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