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Emergency Coder Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Physician Coder I

Fort Worth, TX ยท Remote

$18 - $24/hr

Assigns codes to diagnosis and procedures of outpatient records, including clinics, Urgent Care and Emergency room, utilizing ICD and CPT codes in accordance with ICD Coding Guidelines, CPT Coding ...

Physician Coder I

Fort Worth, TX ยท Remote

$18 - $24/hr

Assigns codes to diagnosis and procedures of outpatient records, including clinics, Urgent Care and Emergency room, utilizing ICD and CPT codes in accordance with ICD Coding Guidelines, CPT Coding ...

At Houston Methodist, the Outpatient Coder position is responsible for ensuring diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to outpatient, emergency room, therapy, and/or clinic encounters ...

At Houston Methodist, the Outpatient Coder position is responsible for ensuring diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to outpatient, emergency room, therapy, and/or clinic encounters ...

At Houston Methodist, the Outpatient Coder position is responsible for ensuring diagnostic and procedure codes are assigned accurately to outpatient, emergency room, therapy, and/or clinic encounters ...

Value Based Coder II

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$25.30 - $35.74/hr

The Value Based Coder II acts as a valuable resource in identifying clinically appropriate risk ... Luke's also has three community emergency centers offering adult and pediatric care for the Greater ...

Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code. Education ...

Value Based Coder II

Houston, TX ยท On-site

$25.30 - $35.74/hr

Luke's also has three community emergency centers offering adult and pediatric care for the Greater Houston area. Qualifications: 2+ years of experience in outpatient coding 2+ years focused on risk ...

Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code. Required:

Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code. Required:

Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code. Education ...

Responsible for knowing the Hospital's emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code. Education ...

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Emergency Coder information

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.

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Physician Coder I

Fort Worth, TX โ€ข Remote

$18 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

Description: The Certified Coder I performs functions of coding diagnosis and procedures from outpatient center/clinic records utilizing International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes. (Potential Remote)

Typical Duties:

  1. Assigns codes to diagnosis and procedures of outpatient records, including clinics, Urgent Care and Emergency room, utilizing ICD and CPT codes in accordance with ICD Coding Guidelines, CPT Coding Guidelines, American Hospital Association (AHA) Coding Clinics and the JPS Outpatient Coding Policy and Procedures. These charts are typically less than one day stays and are of low to medium clinical complexity of service requiring knowledge of anatomy, physiology and basic pharmacology.

  2. Ensures codes are assigned accurately and sequenced correctly ensuring reimbursement is appropriate in accordance with government, insurance, and/or other payer regulations to include the coding of diagnoses and procedures and may include the coding of signs and symptoms if needed to support medical necessity.

  3. Identifies, researches, and corrects or routes accounts on the coding and billing edit work queues to meet coding guidelines and facilitate accurate billing.

  4. Queries the provider when documentation is determined to be insufficient, conflicting or ambiguous to elicit documentation reflecting the most accurate and specific conditions or procedures.

  5. Maintains productivity and quality standards set forth in the District's outpatient coding standards.

  6. Utilizes online and hard copy coding reference materials.

  7. Works closely with Outpatient Coding Supervisor and the health center/clinic medical and nursing staff regarding documentation and notification of charging issues.

  8. Demonstrates evidence of professional growth by attending coding workshops, conferences and or seminars, maintaining required C.E. requirements (departmental and professional), and individual study and education regarding coding, reimbursement, and HIM competencies.

  9. Performs other job related duties as assigned.