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Emergency Coder Jobs in Mississippi (NOW HIRING)

Maintains communication with key personnel during emergency codes and alerts the facility when emergency plans are in place. * Performs other duties as assigned. * Maintains regular and reliable ...

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What is the difference between Emergency Coder vs Medical Biller?

AspectEmergency CoderMedical Biller
CertificationsAHIMA or AAPC coding certifications, CPC or CCSBilling-specific certifications like Certified Professional Biller (CPB)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, emergency departments, urgent care centersMedical offices, billing companies, healthcare practices
Job FocusAssigning accurate medical codes for emergency servicesProcessing billing, submitting claims, managing payments
Industry UsageWidely used in hospitals and emergency care settingsCommon across outpatient clinics and private practices

Emergency Coders focus on translating emergency medical services into accurate codes for billing and documentation, often requiring specific coding certifications. Medical Billers handle the financial aspect, ensuring claims are correctly processed and payments received. While both roles work closely within healthcare revenue cycle management, their primary responsibilities differ, with Emergency Coders specializing in coding and Medical Billers in billing and claims processing.

What cities in Mississippi are hiring for Emergency Coder jobs?

Cities in Mississippi with the most Emergency Coder job openings:

Medical Coder 1

Meridian, MS • On-site

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Baptist Memorial Health Care rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 115 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Summary

Codes diagnoses and procedures of patient records. Abstracts information for resimbursement, reseach, and to generate statstical data. Perform daily feedback and education to providers , staff and patients of BMG.

Job Responsibilities

    Codes diagnoses and procedures of records.
    Abstracts information by reviewing records for reimbursement, statistical purposes for the daily operations, medical staff , and regulatory agencies.
    Serves as a resource to physicians, physician office staff, clinical documentation specialists, case managers, etc
    Completes all requirements for assigned goals.

Preferred/Desired Experience

Up to one year prior experience in physician/professional outpatient surgery, and/or emergency department coding.

Minimum Required Education

Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Associates Degree Preferred

Preferred/Desired Education

Associates Degree

Minimum Required Training

Knowledge of medical terminology beneficial. ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT, HCPCS

Minimum Required Special Skills

Basic skills in verbal and written communication.

Minimum Required Licensure

Certification in one of the following: Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), Certified Coding Specialst Physician (CCSP), Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT), Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA, Certified Professional Coder (CPC), Certified Outpatient Coder (COC/CPCH, Certified Professional Coder Payer). COC/CPCH;CPC-P ;CCS-P;RHIT;RHIA;CPC;CCS


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About Baptist Memorial

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Baptist Memorial, based in Memphis, TN, US, is a leading health care organization renowned in the healthcare industry. The company's official website is baptistonline.org which provides a comprehensive view of their services and operations. Baptist Memorial operates a myriad of hospitals, health clinics, and medical facilities providing expert and compassionate care. Founded in 1912, it has a rich legacy of over a hundred years of dedication to its community, offering services which include acute care, diagnostic services, and a broad range of speciality health services fulfilling various patient needs.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Memphis, TN, US