What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Records Coder III - ED Coding (Part Time) position at BayCare?
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
Summary:
Performs advanced coding functions by reviewing short-stay focused encounters and assigning accurate diagnosis and procedural codes using ICD-10-CM and CPT-4 coding systems. Collaborates with departments to resolve documentation gaps and monitors bill hold reports. Demonstrates strong knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy. Assists the Manager/Director in mentoring and training Coder 1 and 2 team members and clinical practice students. Contributes to the accuracy and integrity of the medical record.
Minimum Qualifications:
Required Experience: 5 Years of Outpatient Coding.
Education:
Essential:
- HS Graduate or Equivalent GED
- Associates Degree
Education specialization:
Nonessential:
- Health Information Mgmt
Education equivalent experience:
Essential:
- Required - High School or Equivalent; Preferred - Associates - Health Information Management
- Required - High School or Equivalent; Preferred - Associates - Health Information Management
Credentials:
Essential:
- Certified Coding Specialist
- Reg Health Information Tech
Credential equivalent experience:
Essential:
- Required - CCS (Coding); Preferred - RHIT (Health Information)
- Required - CCS (Coding); Preferred - RHIT (Health Information)
BayCare Health System, Health Info Management Coding-HSS
Location: BayCare System Office West
Status: Part Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: 7:00AM - 3:30PM
Shift: Shift 1
Shift 1 = Days, 2 = Evenings, 3 = Nights, 4 = Varies
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: No
How often will this team member be working remotely? Always
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled