Coding Consultant – Outpatient, PRN

Job Description:

• Review medical records and assign accurate codes for diagnoses and procedures
• Assign and sequence codes accurately based on medical record documentation
• Assign the appropriate discharge disposition
• Abstract and enter coded data for hospital statistical and reporting requirements
• Communicate documentation improvement opportunities and coding issues for follow-up and resolution
• Maintain a 95% coding accuracy rate and a 95% accuracy rate for APC assignment
• Meet site-designated productivity standards
• Track continuing education credits to maintain professional credentials
• Attend Datavant Health-sponsored education meetings/in-services
• Communicate with co-workers, management, and hospital staff regarding clinical and reimbursement issues
• Comply with AHIMA’s code of ethics and all HIM Division Policies
• Handle high-complexity work functions and decision-making

Requirements:

• Experienced and credentialed outpatient coder
• Minimum of 3+ years of outpatient coding experience
• CCS certification required
• AHIMA certified credentials (RHIA, RHIT, CCS) or AAPC certified credentials (CPC, CPC-H, COC, CIC or CRC)
• 2+ years of coding experience in a hospital and/or coding consulting role
• Proficiency with most or all of these coding specialties: Same Day Surgery, Observation, Injections/Infusions
• Proficiency with most or all of these coding specialties: Ancillary, Emergency Department, Injections/Infusions, E/M leveling
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Adeptness in remote work and exceptional time management skills
• Experience in computerized encoding and abstracting software
• Required to take and pass annual Introductory HIPAA examination and other assigned annual testing
• This job is not eligible for employment sponsorship

Benefits:

• Benefits for PRN employees: 401k savings plan w/match
• Free CEUs every year
• Stipend provided to assist with education and professional dues (AHIMA/AAPC)
• Equipment: monitor, laptop, mouse, headset, and keyboard
• Comprehensive training led by a credentialed professional coding manager
• Exceptional service-style management and mentorship (we’re in this together!)
• Clients may require post-offer health screenings and proof and/or completion of vaccinations such as the flu shot, Tdap, and COVID-19