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Altru Health System

Coder

Grand Forks, ND · On-site

$20.75 - $31.12/hr

The Coder is responsible for coding diseases, procedures, and operations for professional and facility services within Altru Health System. In addition, the Coder is responsible for effective ...

Opendoorhealth

Coder

Arcata, CA · On-site

$30 - $34.68/hr

The Coder I, working in collaboration with other Billing and Coding staff and the Coding Manager, is responsible for ensuring that documentation submitted by providers are accurately coded, including ...

LMH Health

Coder

Lawrence, KS · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Coder I position is responsible for accurate, coding, abstracting, claims filing, documentation review and claims denial processing working from the appropriate documentation in the ...

LMH Health

Coder

Lawrence, KS · Remote

JOB SUMMARY The Coder I position is responsible for accurate, coding, abstracting, claims filing, documentation review and claims denial processing working from the appropriate documentation in the ...

Open Door Community Health Centers

Coder

Arcata, CA · On-site

$30 - $34.68/hr

The Coder I, working in collaboration with other Billing and Coding staff and the Coding Manager, is responsible for ensuring that documentation submitted by providers are accurately coded, including ...

DHR Health

Coder l, Coding

Mcallen, TX · On-site

Accurately code outpatient conditions and procedures as documented in the ICD-10-CM Official Guidelines for Coding and Reporting. Resolve error reports associated with billing process, identify and ...

OSU MEDICAL CENTER

Coder

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

Under the direction of the HIM Manager, the Coder will be responsible for chart review with experience in Inpatient and Outpatient coding within the hospital setting. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM ...

CommonSpirit Health

Coder

Lexington, KY · On-site

$20 - $26.50/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Coder, you will ensure precise communication with insurance companies so that services are documented correctly and payments are processed efficiently. Every day ...

OSU Medical Center

Coder

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$17 - $22.75/hr

Under the direction of the HIM Manager, the Coder will be responsible for chart review with experience in Inpatient and Outpatient coding within the hospital setting. Strong knowledge of ICD-10-CM ...

EXCELSIOR ORTHOPAEDICS GROUP

Coder

Orchard Park, NY · On-site

$19.80 - $35.64/hr

Job Summary The Coder is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and assigning appropriate CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations and payer policies. This ...

EXCELSIOR ORTHOPAEDICS GROUP

Coder

Orchard Park, NY · Hybrid

$19.80 - $35.64/hr

Job Summary The Coder is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and assigning appropriate CPT, ICD-10, and HCPCS codes, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations and payer policies. This ...

CommonSpirit Health

Coder

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

As a Coder, you will ensure precise communication with insurance companies so that services are documented correctly and payments are processed efficiently. Every day you will accurately translate ...

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Huron Gastro

Coder

Whitmore Lake, MI

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

We currently have an opportunity for a Certified Coder. If you are looking to work in a leading-edge health care organization, are team oriented and have a professional demeanor, Huron Gastro may be ...

Dignity Health Medical Group

Coder

Phoenix, AZ

$24.33 - $36.19/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Coder, you will ensure precise communication with insurance companies so that services are documented correctly and payments are processed efficiently. Every day ...

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Altru Health System

Grand Forks, ND • On-site

$20.75 - $31.12/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Altru Health System rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 34 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

828th of 869 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why - and that why is one another.

Location:

Altru Health System PO Box 6002 Grand Forks, ND 58201Pay Range: $20.75 - $31.12

Summary:

The Coder is responsible for coding diseases, procedures, and operations for professional and facility services within Altru Health System. In addition, the Coder is responsible for effective communication and partnerships with providers that includes shared feedback and on-going education regarding coding criteria and standards. The Coder monitors daily activity reports to assure all encounters are being coded and performs documentation review and audits to validate coding efforts. .

Essential Job Functions:

  • Utilizes the electronic medical record to code diseases, procedures, and operations with the current diagnosis and procedure classifications for both professional and facility services.

  • Accesses designated resources such as coding initiatives, local medical review policies, HCPCS, Coders Desk Reference, etc. to research appropriate codes for adherence with coding guidelines.

  • Partners with providers for quality, optimum coding by engaging in on-going feedback on updated coding criteria and guidelines.

  • Communicates current procedure and diagnosis coding guidelines with providers. Serves as a resource regarding documentation and coding issues.

  • Assists Business Office staff in the resolution of coding related denials guidelines and take corrective action for claim resubmission for reimbursement.

  • Monitors daily activity reports to assure all encounters are being coded and submitted for billing.

  • Performs documentation review and audits to validate coding. Works with physicians and leaders to interpret coding data reports and trends.

  • Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification

  • Certified Coding Associate (CCA) | American Health Information Mgmt. (AHIMA) | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

  • Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) | American Health Information Mgmt. (AHIMA) | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

  • Certified Coding Specialist - Physician Based (CCS-P) | American Health Information Mgmt. (AHIMA) | Within 12 Months of Start Date HR Primary Sources

  • Certified Professional Coder-Hospital Outpatient (CPC-H) | American Academy of Professional Coders | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

  • Certified Professional Coder (CPC) | American Academy of Professional Coders | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

  • Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) | American Health Information Mgmt. (AHIMA) | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources

Notes

  • May be certified in one of the above.

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands :

Sit: Frequently (34-66%)Stand: Occasionally (5-33%)Walk: Occasionally (5-33%)Stoop/Bend: Occasionally (5-33%)Reach: Frequently (34-66%)Crawl: Not ApplicableSquat/Crouch/Kneel: Rarely (1-4%)Twist: Occasionally (5-33%)Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)See: Continuously (67-100%)Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Sedentary (<10 pounds)Carry: Sedentary (<10 pounds)Push/Pull: Sedentary (<10 pounds)Slide/Transfer: Not Applicable

Working Conditions:

Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)Outdoor: Not ApplicableExtreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

  • Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
  • Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
  • Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
  • Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Infrequent DriverReference ID: R7700

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)

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