What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medicine Coder position at TeamHealth?
External Job Description And Responsibilities
TeamHealth is proud to be the leading physician practice in the U.S. providing exceptional patient care, together. TeamHealth has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2025. Becker’s Hospital Review names TeamHealth among the top 150 places to work in healthcare. We continue to grow across the U.S. from our Clinicians to Corporate Employees. Join us!
What We Offer
The Emergency Medicine Coder is responsible for reviewing patient medical records via electronic format and assigning the appropriate ICD-10, CPT-4 codes and physician identification numbers to each patient record into the billing system following TeamHealth coding guidelines. Coders must meet productivity and quality standards to meet established month-end closing schedules. This is a remote position and supports the Akron, OH Billing Center.
Essentials Duties And Responsibilities
Remote
Working Level
Full-Time
Job Category
Healthcare, Insurance
LinkedIn
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Career Builder
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ID
57451BR
TeamHealth is proud to be the leading physician practice in the U.S. providing exceptional patient care, together. TeamHealth has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces in Health Care for 2025. Becker’s Hospital Review names TeamHealth among the top 150 places to work in healthcare. We continue to grow across the U.S. from our Clinicians to Corporate Employees. Join us!
What We Offer
- Career Growth Opportunities
- A Culture anchored in a strong sense of belonging
- Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision) begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment
- 401k (Discretionary match)
- Generous PTO
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Equipment Provided for Remote Roles
The Emergency Medicine Coder is responsible for reviewing patient medical records via electronic format and assigning the appropriate ICD-10, CPT-4 codes and physician identification numbers to each patient record into the billing system following TeamHealth coding guidelines. Coders must meet productivity and quality standards to meet established month-end closing schedules. This is a remote position and supports the Akron, OH Billing Center.
Essentials Duties And Responsibilities
- Review documentation on patient records and assign ICD-10 diagnosis codes, CPT-4 codes and physician identification numbers for each patient record
- Identify errors, problems, or issues and present to Coding management for resolution
- Complete daily productivity reports
- Attend departmental and training meetings as scheduled
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
- Extensive knowledge of ICD-9 and ICD-10 diagnostic coding and CPT-4 procedural coding
- Extensive knowledge of medical terminology
- Typing speed of 35-45 WPM
- High school diploma or equivalent
- CPC, CCS-p, or RHIT certification or eligibility within two years
- 1-3 years previous physician coding experience required or graduation from a coding technical school
Remote
Working Level
Full-Time
Job Category
Healthcare, Insurance
No
Career Builder
Yes
ID
57451BR