CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING:
- Bonus Incentives
- Paid Certifications
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Career Advancement
- This position will pay between $29.75 and $32.70/hr based on experience
Specialized Coders Wanted—$3,000 Sign‑On Bonus Awaits -- We are seeking candidates with experience in Cardiology, Vascular or Thoracic Surgery specialties.
*This role is an onsite role located at Tower – Reading Hospital in West Reading, PA.*
The Specialized Coder is a certified coder with expert knowledge in physician coding for Cardiology, Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery or Vascular Surgery. This position is responsible for reviewing physician charges to accurately code encounters, correct coding edits, and assist with research for denied claims. The Specialized Coder's role also includes tracking, trending coding issues, mentoring/training other coders, and supporting provider education.
Job Responsibilities:
Provide and/or assist with provider education, as well as the development of educational tools. Communicates professionally with physicians, management, and peers.
Participates in all educational activities including coding meetings/calls necessary to provide information relating to coding and compliance. Remains abreast of changes to current payer guidelines, Correct Coding Initiative edits, and Local/National Coverage Determinations for accuracy in Coding and mentors team members regarding coding guidelines and accuracy. Assists with training of other coders.
Required Experience:
- 3+ years of coding experience
- Extensive knowledge/experience in physician coding with expert knowledge in Cardiology, Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery or Vascular Surgery coding specialty and the ability to provide education/support to coding team and providers.
- Knowledge of Medical Terminology, ICD-10-CM, CPT, and HCPCS.
- PC and Computer application knowledge and experience. Navigational and basic functional expertise in Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent organization skills, communication, time management, trouble shooting and problem solving.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize needs to meet short- and long-term timelines.
- Experience with EPIC and previous use of coding software tools.
- Must be inquisitive and demonstrate openness to innovation including AI to explore better processes and ways to alleviate friction and improve patient and client experiences.
Minimum Education:
Required Certifications: Candidate must have and keep current at least one of the following professional certifications (CPC, preferred with the addition of CCVTC and/or CIRCC):
CPC (Certified Professional Coder)
CCS (Certified Coding Specialist)
RHIA (Registered Health Information Administrator)
RHIT (Registered Health Information Technician)
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