Outpatient Coding Specialist

Overview

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare. 

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employees' professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive. Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pursue academic or professional development goals. You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security. These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Job Summary

Thoroughly reviews outpatient medical records (Emergency Department-ED; ambulatory surgery, etc.) to specifically and accurately code diagnoses and procedures based on patient’s plan of care and treatment, and to also identify allowable ED charges when applicable. Verifies that records consistently contain appropriate documentation to justify coding and charge assignments.

Responsibilities

Thoroughly reviews outpatient medical records (Emergency Department-ED; ambulatory surgery, etc.) to specifically and accurately code diagnoses and procedures based on patient’s plan of care and treatment, and to also identify allowable ED charges when applicable. Verifies that records consistently contain appropriate documentation to justify coding and charge assignments.

Qualifications

Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Education/formal training/licensure/certification/experience:

· Health Information Technology degree or similar degree or work related coding experience, including college level medical terminology and Anatomy and Physiology required.

· CCS preferred

· Experience with E/M assignment or drug administration coding preferred

· Must achieve minimum score of 85% on competency sampling

Knowledge, skills and abilities required:

· Working knowledge of CPT coding, modifier guidelines, medical procedures.

· Knowledge of DNV, Joint Commission and other regulatory agency chart documentation requirements

· Ability to work independently and to function as an integral team member within the department

· Understanding of prospective payment system and coding guidelines

· Must be able to work unsupervised and be self motivated

· Computer skills including data entry speed of 45 wpm and experience in Windows environment

· Ability to perform under pressure with ongoing deadlines and production/accuracy standards

· Use of computerized encoder

· Ability to manage competing demands

Working Conditions

· Primary office setting, independent work environment

· Minimal conversation in office to facilitate level of concentration required