What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Coder - In-Patient & Out-Patient - Surgical Hospital - Treasure Valley Hospital position at SCA Health?
Overview
At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000 professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.
As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:
At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.
Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.
Responsibilities
As part of the (insert practice name and department here) you will work in collaboration with the other Certified Medical Coders (CPC), completing all aspects of coding patient office visits and surgical procedures.
Education Required:
At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000 professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.
As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:
- Clinical quality
- Integrity
- Service excellence
- Teamwork
- Accountability
- Continuous improvement
- Inclusion
At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.
Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.
Responsibilities
As part of the (insert practice name and department here) you will work in collaboration with the other Certified Medical Coders (CPC), completing all aspects of coding patient office visits and surgical procedures.
- Coding of (insert specialty here) office and surgical procedures using CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes.
- Assignment of modifiers to procedures.
- Works closely with physicians and other providers/office staff regarding completeness of office notes and operative reports to ensure accurate coding.
- Serves as a resource and subject matter expert and as a coding consultant to providers.
- Identifies discrepancies, potential quality of care, and billing issues.
- Timely entry of office and surgical coding charges and assignment of copays and other service payments.
- Works closely with other members of the coding/billing team as well as the other departments within the CBO team. Handles special projects as requested.
Education Required:
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Minimum of 2-3 years of (insert specialty here) coding experience.
- Professional license or certification requirements:
- Valid drivers license to travel to other offices, if needed.
- CPC certification
- Knowledge of computers, faxes, printers, and all other equipment.
- Proficient in MS Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, Forms, Access, and Power Point).
- Ability to deal with responsibility with confidential matters.
- Ability to work in a multi-task, high-stress environment.
Salary : $22 - $35